T32.70
BillableCorrosions involving 70-79% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree corrosion
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Chemical burn affecting 70-79% of the body surface with minimal deep tissue damage (0-9% third degree burns). This is an extremely severe chemical injury affecting a large body surface area.
Coding Tips
- •This severity typically indicates a life-threatening condition requiring immediate burn center transfer
- •Append the seventh character to indicate whether this is an initial encounter, subsequent visit, or sequela
Code Hierarchy
└T32Corrosions classified according to extent of body surface involved└T32.7Corrosions involving 70-79% of body surface└T32.70Corrosions involving 70-79% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree corrosion
└T32.70Corrosions involving 70-79% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree corrosion