2025 ICD-10-CM code T34.09XD
Frostbite with tissue necrosis of other part of head, subsequent encounter.
Medical necessity is established by the diagnosis of frostbite with tissue necrosis requiring ongoing medical care.
The provider is responsible for assessing the extent of the frostbite injury, managing pain, preventing infection, and monitoring for complications.
- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (T07-T88)Frostbite (T33-T34)
In simple words: This code represents a follow-up visit for frostbite involving tissue death on a part of the head, excluding the ears, nose, eyelids, and face.
Frostbite with tissue necrosis of other part of head, subsequent encounter.
Example 1: A patient presents for a follow-up appointment after being diagnosed with frostbite on the scalp. The provider examines the area, notes the presence of tissue necrosis, and changes the dressings., A patient with a history of frostbite to the temple region returns for ongoing wound care. The provider assesses the wound for signs of healing and provides debridement of necrotic tissue., A patient was previously seen for frostbite on the back of their head. They now present for a follow-up visit to evaluate the progression of tissue necrosis and discuss potential surgical options.
Documentation should include the location and extent of frostbite, presence of tissue necrosis, associated symptoms, treatment provided, and follow-up plan.
** Excludes1: birth trauma (P10-P15), obstetric trauma (O70-O71). Excludes2: hypothermia and other effects of reduced temperature (T68, T69.-).
- Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Dermatology, Plastic Surgery
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital