A6012: Cryosurgery of minor peripheral nerve (e.g. Mortons Neuroma)
Cryosurgery of minor peripheral nerve (e.g. Mortons Neuroma) +/- ultrasound guidance +/- bursa +/- nerve stimulation
For guidance only. Always check the code and obtain authorisation from your insurer before treatment. Other insurers may use different codes and coding rules.
For guidance only. Procedure codes and descriptions on this site are provided for general guidance only and are not a guarantee of insurance cover or payment. Always check the correct code with your surgeon's secretary and obtain authorisation from your insurer before treatment. Insurers shown are examples only. Other insurers are available, and each may use the same, similar or different codes and coding rules.
Insurer listing
| Insurer | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bupa | Not listed | Not on the Bupa procedure list |
| AXA Health | Not listed | Not on the AXA Health procedure list |
| Vitality | Not listed | Not on the Vitality procedure list |
| WPA | Not listed | Not on the WPA procedure list |
Codes that can't be billed with A6012
Neither code can be billed with the other
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for cryosurgery of minor peripheral nerve (e.g. mortons neuroma)?
The procedure code is A6012: Cryosurgery of minor peripheral nerve (e.g. Mortons Neuroma) +/- ultrasound guidance +/- bursa +/- nerve stimulation.
Which insurers list A6012?
It is not on the Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA procedure lists. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can A6012 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say A6012 cannot be billed together with 3 other codes, including A6030 (Transection of peripheral nerve for neuroma), A6110 (Excision of lesion of peripheral nerve), A7310 (Biopsy of peripheral nerve). See the full list above.
What does my procedure code mean?
For guidance only. Procedure codes and descriptions on this site are provided for general guidance only and are not a guarantee of insurance cover or payment. Always check the correct code with your surgeon's secretary and obtain authorisation from your insurer before treatment. Insurers shown are examples only. Other insurers are available, and each may use the same, similar or different codes and coding rules.
Codes and descriptions are for guidance only. Insurer listing and cover information is taken from each insurer's published schedule and is for guidance only: always confirm the code and cover with the insurer before treatment. This site is not affiliated with CCSD or any insurer. No fees are shown.
Last checked: 2026-10-01