S02.2XXA is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Short description: Fracture of nasal bones, init encntr for closed fracture The 2021 edition of ICD-10-CM S02.2XXA became effective on October 1, 2020.
Symptoms are specific to the type of injury; for example, fractures may involve pain, swelling, loss of function, or changes in the shape of facial structures. The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code S02.2.
S02.2 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM S02.2 became effective on October 1, 2021.
21.71 Closed reduction of nasal fracture - ICD-9-CM Vol.
A nasal fracture is a break in the bone over the ridge of the nose. It usually results from a blunt injury and is one of the most common facial fracture.
Clinical Indicators: Nasal Fracture (with or without septal fracture)Approach ProcedureCPTClosed treatment of nasal bone fracture; with stabilization21320Open treatment of nasal fracture; uncomplicated21325Open treatment of nasal fracture; complicated, with internal and/or external skeletal fixation213305 more rows•Apr 23, 2021
The term “closed” refers to the fact no incisions are made in the skin or nose to put the broken nasal bones back into place. The term “open” is used if an incision is made to fix a broken nose.
Therefore, even if there was no fracture of the nasal bone, the injury would remain as 'grievous injury' in case the injury is of such nature that it would lead to facial disfigurement of the permanent nature due to the injury which is so in the present case.
The nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses The lateral wall accommodates the three nasal conchae: the superior and middle nasal conchae of the ethmoid bone, and an independent bone, the inferior nasal concha. The three nasal meatuses (superior, middle and inferior) pass between the nasal conchae.
You should use 21310 (Closed treatment of nasal bone fracture without manipulation) for closed treatment of the nasal bone without manipulation (reduction), Buckholtz says.
Per the CCI edits, you can put a -59 modifier on the 21320 and they will pay it when billing with the 21337, but obviously this is only if it is truly a separate procedure.
Closed treatment of a fracture/dislocation may be performed without manipulation (eg, application of a cast, splint, or strapping), with manipulation, with skeletal traction, and/or with skin traction....CPT 2021CPT 202221310 Closed treatment of nasal bone fracture; without manipulation[deleted]2 more rows•Apr 27, 2022
Overview. A broken nose, also called a nasal fracture, is a break or crack in a bone in your nose — often the bone over the bridge of your nose.
Maxillary sinus fractures (MSFs) are most commonly caused by blunt force trauma to the face. Depending on the magnitude and location of the direct injury, MSFs can vary in appearance and symptomatology.
Posteriorly depressed fractures occur secondary to a direct blow over the nasal bones, which are pushed inside to the ascending process of the maxilla. The nasal septum is always involved. This type of fracture can be associated with NOE fractures.
Comminuted fractures are a type of broken bone. The term comminuted fracture refers to a bone that is broken in at least two places. Comminuted fractures are caused by severe traumas like car accidents. You will need surgery to repair your bone, and recovery can take a year or longer.
The ICD code S022 is used to code Facial trauma. Facial trauma, also called maxillofacial trauma, is any physical trauma to the face. Facial trauma can involve soft tissue injuries such as burns, lacerations and bruises, or fractures of the facial bones such as nasal fractures and fractures of the jaw, as well as trauma such as eye injuries.
Symptoms are specific to the type of injury; for example, fractures may involve pain, swelling, loss of function, or changes in the shape of facial structures. Specialty: Emergency Medicine. 1865 illustration of a private injured in the American Civil War by a shell two years previously.