Burn and corrosion of shoulder and upper limb, except wrist and hand
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 T22 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of burn and corrosion of shoulder and upper limb, except wrist and hand.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code T22 encompasses burns and corrosions affecting the shoulder and upper limb, excluding the wrist and hand. This category includes a variety of injuries resulting from thermal, chemical, or electrical sources. Clinical conditions covered under this category can range from minor burns to severe tissue damage, which may require extensive medical intervention. Accurate coding is essential for proper treatment planning and reimbursement, as these injuries can significantly affect a patient's functional capacity and quality of life.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
T22 includes various types of burns and corrosions affecting the shoulder and upper limb, such as first-degree burns, second-degree burns, and chemical burns that do not involve the wrist and hand.
T22 codes should be used when documenting burns or corrosions specifically located on the shoulder and upper limb, ensuring that the injury is not affecting the wrist or hand.
Documentation for T22 should include details about the burn type, severity, extent of the injury, treatment provided, and any associated complications to support the coding.
