Fracture of skull and facial bones
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 S02 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of fracture of skull and facial bones.
The S02 category in the ICD-10 coding system pertains to fractures of the skull and facial bones. This category encompasses a variety of conditions, including but not limited to fractures of the cranial vault, facial bones such as the nasal bones, maxilla, and mandible, as well as complex skull base fractures. These injuries can result from various mechanisms, including trauma from falls, vehicular accidents, or sports-related incidents. Clinically, fractures in this category can lead to significant complications, such as intracranial hemorrhage, nerve damage, and facial deformities, necessitating prompt diagnosis and intervention.
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
The S02 category includes fractures of the skull, such as linear skull fractures, depressed skull fractures, and fractures of the facial bones, including the nasal bones, zygomatic bones, and mandible.
S02 codes should be used when a patient presents with a documented fracture of the skull or facial bones, particularly when imaging studies confirm the diagnosis.
Documentation should include the mechanism of injury, specific type of fracture, imaging results, and any associated injuries or complications.
