S59.02 ICD-10-CM Code: Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna
Billing Status: NO. This is a clinician non-billable / parent hierarchy grouping in the ICD-10-CM system.
Code Set: Valid FY2026 and FY2027. FY2026 took effect October 1, 2025.
Official Registry Overview & Definition
Official Tabular Instructional Notes
Sequencing, inclusion, and exclusion notes published for S59.02 in the official ICD-10-CM tabular list.
Excludes2 — Not Included Here
Conditions not covered by this code, but which may be reported alongside it when both are present.
- other and unspecified injuries of wrist and hand (S69.-)
- burns and corrosions (T20-T32)
- frostbite (T33-T34)
- injuries of wrist and hand (S60-S69)
- insect bite or sting, venomous (T63.4)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance
Can S59.02 be billed directly?
No. S59.02 (Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code. A more specific billable subcode must be selected based on clinical documentation.
Does S59.02 require a 7th character?
Yes. The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from subcategories S59.0, S59.1, and S59.2.
Nearest Codes in This Family
Official ICD-10-CM classifications closest to S59.02 in its code family, with their registry titles.
- S59.019D — Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S59.019G — Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S59.019K — Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
- S59.019P — Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion
- S59.019S — Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, unspecified arm, sequela
- S59.021 — Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, right arm
- S59.021A — Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, right arm, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S59.021D — Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, right arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S59.021G — Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, right arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S59.021K — Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, right arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion