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T31.0

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Burns involving less than 10% of body surface

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A burn injury affecting less than 10% of the total body surface area.

Coding Tips

  • •This code indicates a relatively minor burn; ensure the percentage documented is truly less than 10% of body surface area
  • •If the degree of burn (first, second, or third degree) is documented, consider using more specific codes from the T31 series

Code Hierarchy

└T31Burns classified according to extent of body surface involved└T31.0Burns involving less than 10% of body surface
└T31.0Burns involving less than 10% of body surface

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