ICD-10-CM T21.3: Burn of third degree of trunk

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for T21.3

Burn of third degree of trunk

Coding Notes & Guidelines for T21.3

Excludes2: Not Included Here

burn of vagina (T28.3)

Use Additional Code

external cause code to identify the source, place and intent of the burn (X00-X19, X75-X77, X96-X98, Y92)

Inclusion Terms

Burn of third degree of breast

Inclusion Terms
  • Burn of third degree of flank
  • Burn of third degree of groin
Inclusion Terms

Burn of third degree of interscapular region

Inclusion Terms

Burn of third degree of anus

Inclusion Terms
  • Burn of third degree of penis
  • Burn of third degree of scrotum
  • Burn of third degree of testis
Inclusion Terms
  • Burn of third degree of labium (majus) (minus)
  • Burn of third degree of perineum
  • Burn of third degree of vulva

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code T21.3 (Burn of third degree of trunk)

ICD-10-CM code T21.3 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM T21.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T21.3 - Burn of third degree of trunk. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Burn of third degree of trunk.