T31.30
BillableBurns involving 30-39% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree burns
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Severe burns covering 30-39% of the body surface, with minimal deep tissue damage (0-9% third degree burns). These are serious injuries requiring hospitalization and specialized burn care.
Coding Tips
- •This code requires documentation of both the total body surface area percentage and the percentage of third-degree burns to ensure accurate coding
- •Use this code when burns are predominantly first and second degree with minimal full-thickness involvement
Code Hierarchy
└T31Burns classified according to extent of body surface involved└T31.3Burns involving 30-39% of body surface└T31.30Burns involving 30-39% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree burns
└T31.30Burns involving 30-39% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree burns