S02.3
Non-Billable

Fracture of orbital floor

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Fracture of orbital floor?

ICD-10-CM S02.3 is the diagnosis code for Fracture of orbital floor. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S02.3

✅ This Code Includes

  • Fracture of inferior orbital wall

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S02.3. They are mutually exclusive:

  • orbit NOS (S02.85)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S02.3. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • lateral orbital wall (S02.84-)
  • medial orbital wall (S02.83-)
  • orbital roof (S02.1-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S02.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S02.30Fracture of orbital floor, unspecified sideBillableS02.31Fracture of orbital floor, right sideBillableS02.32Fracture of orbital floor, left sideBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S02.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S02.3 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S02.3 mean?

S02.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fracture of orbital floor". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S02.3?

The parent code of S02.3 is S02 ("Fracture of skull and facial bones"). S02.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S02.3 in?

S02.3 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S02.3?

S02.3 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S02.30, S02.31, S02.32.

When should I use S02.3?

Use S02.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fracture of orbital floor" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Fracture of orbital floor?

The ICD-10-CM code for Fracture of orbital floor is S02.3.

Can S02.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S02.3 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S02.3 in?

S02.3 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S02.3?

Type 1 Excludes for S02.3 include: orbit NOS (S02.85).

Is S02.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, S02.3 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousS02.2Fracture of nasal bonesNext →S02.30Fracture of orbital floor, unspecified side
Code Details
S02.3
Fracture of orbital floor
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S00-S09 — Injuries to the head
2026 ICD-10-CM