Fracture of nasal bones, init encntr for closed fracture

This code signifies a broken nose, specifically involving the nasal bones, that has not broken through the skin. It represents the initial treatment or evaluation of this type of fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-compound fracture of the nasal bones. Documentation should clearly state "nasal bone fracture," "closed fracture," and indicate that this is the first encounter for treatment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "closed" to differentiate from open fractures (S02.2XXB).
• Verify the encounter is for the initial treatment; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
• Distinguish from fractures of other facial bones, such as the maxilla or zygoma.