S1510: Needle/tru-cut biopsy of muscle (as sole procedure)
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 | Listed | Listed by Bupa |
| AXA Health | Not listed | Not on the AXA Health procedure list |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Not listed | Not on the WPA procedure list |
Codes that can't be billed with S1510
Neither code can be billed with the other
- S1500: Biopsy of skin or subcutaneous tissue
- T8003: Major release of muscle for pain or contracture (e.g. Quadriceps) (involving large joint)
- T8100: Open biopsy of muscle or soft tissue lesion
- S1750: Large muscle flap (9cm2 or more) (including skin graft and closure of secondary defect)
- T7620: Free functioning muscle transfer (as sole procedure) (including closure of secondary defect)
- T8002: Minor release of muscle for pain or contracture (involving small joint)
- S1520: Punch biopsy for small fibre neuropathy
Related codes
- W6960: Needle biopsy of synovium
- T8100: Open biopsy of muscle or soft tissue lesion
- T8003: Major release of muscle for pain or contracture (e.g. Quadriceps) (involving large joint)
- T8002: Minor release of muscle for pain or contracture (involving small joint)
- A8460: Static single measurement of muscle compartment pressures (including reporting)
- A8470: Dynamic laboratory investigation involving measurement of muscle compartment pressures with manometer
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for needle/tru-cut biopsy of muscle (as sole procedure)?
The procedure code is S1510: Needle/tru-cut biopsy of muscle (as sole procedure).
Which insurers list S1510?
S1510 is listed by Bupa and Vitality. It is not on the AXA Health and WPA procedure lists. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can S1510 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say S1510 cannot be billed together with 7 other codes, including S1500 (Biopsy of skin or subcutaneous tissue), T8003 (Major release of muscle for pain or contracture (e.g. Quadriceps) (involving large joint)), T8100 (Open biopsy of muscle or soft tissue lesion). 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