2025 ICD-10-CM code T23.5
Corrosion of first degree of wrist and hand. Code first (T51-T65) to identify chemical and intent.
Treatment for first-degree chemical burns is typically medically necessary to alleviate symptoms, prevent infection, and minimize potential long-term damage.
Assessment and initial treatment.
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- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)Burns and corrosions (T20-T32)Burns and corrosions of external body surface, specified by site (T20-T25)
In simple words: A mild chemical burn on the wrist and hand, causing redness and irritation.
First-degree corrosion affecting the wrist and hand. This involves superficial damage to the skin caused by a chemical substance.
Example 1: A lab technician spills a weak acid on their hand and wrist, resulting in redness and mild irritation., A child touches a cleaning product, causing a first-degree chemical burn on their wrist and fingers., An individual accidentally splashes bleach on their hand, leading to a superficial chemical burn.
Type of chemical agent, area affected (wrist, hand, fingers), degree of the burn (first-degree indicated by redness and irritation), associated symptoms (pain, swelling), and any first aid measures taken.
- Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Dermatology, Occupational Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Emergency Room - Hospital,Home, Telehealth Provided in Patient’s Home, Telehealth Provided Other than in Patient’s Home, Place of Employment - Worksite