S02.2XXB: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for open fracture

S02.2XXB, fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for open fracture, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 4 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 21 HCPCS Level II codes, including Q2028 (Injection, sculptra, 0.5 mg), G0429 (Dermal filler injection(s) for the treatment of facial…), Q2026 (Injection, radiesse, 0.1 ml). The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.

HCPCS Level II codes with S02.2XXB as a covered diagnosis

CodeDescriptionMedicare coverageDMEPOS fee 2026 (state range)Articles listing it
Q2028Injection, sculptra, 0.5 mgSpecial coverage instructions apply—2
G0429Dermal filler injection(s) for the treatment of facial lipodystrophy syndrome (lds) (e.g., as a result of highly active antiretroviral therapy)Carrier judgment—2
Q2026Injection, radiesse, 0.1 mlSpecial coverage instructions apply—2
G0008Administration of influenza virus vaccineCarrier judgment—1
G0009Administration of pneumococcal vaccineCarrier judgment—1
G0010Administration of hepatitis b vaccineCarrier judgment—1
Q2038Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use (fluzone)Special coverage instructions apply—1
Q2035Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use (afluria)Special coverage instructions apply—1
Q2037Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use (fluvirin)Special coverage instructions apply—1
Q2034Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, for intramuscular use (agriflu)Special coverage instructions apply—1
Q2036Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use (flulaval)Special coverage instructions apply—1
Q2039Influenza virus vaccine, not otherwise specifiedSpecial coverage instructions apply—1
G2187Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: head traumaCarrier judgment—1
G2188Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: new or change in headache above 50 years of ageCarrier judgment—1
G2189Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: abnormal neurologic examCarrier judgment—1
G2190Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: headache radiating to the neckCarrier judgment—1
G2191Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: positional headachesCarrier judgment—1
G2192Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: temporal headaches in patients over 55 years of ageCarrier judgment—1
G2193Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: new onset headache in pre-school children or younger (<6 years of age)Carrier judgment—1
G2194Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: new onset headache in pediatric patients with disabilities for which headache is a concern as inferred from behaviorCarrier judgment—1
G2195Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: occipital headache in childrenCarrier judgment—1

Medicare policy articles listing S02.2XXB

A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.

Other S02 diagnoses (Fracture of skull and facial bones)

Frequently asked questions

Does Medicare cover S02.2XXB (Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for open fracture)?

Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 4 Medicare billing and coding articles list S02.2XXB as a covered diagnosis for 21 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.

Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 S02.2XXB?

The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are Q2028 (Injection, sculptra, 0.5 mg, 2 articles); G0429 (Dermal filler injection(s) for the treatment of facial…, 2 articles); Q2026 (Injection, radiesse, 0.1 ml, 2 articles); G0008 (Administration of influenza virus vaccine, 1 article); G0009 (Administration of pneumococcal vaccine, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.

Which Medicare policy articles list S02.2XXB?

A59299 (Billing and Coding: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery); A58774 (Billing and Coding: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery); A54767 (Billing and Coding: Medicare Preventive Coverage for Certain Vaccines), and 1 more article.

What is ICD-10-CM code S02.2XXB?

S02.2XXB is the ICD-10-CM code for fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for open fracture, in category S02 (Fracture of skull and facial bones), chapter 19: Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes.

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Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.

Chapter 19: Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes · All diagnoses · HCPCS lookup