W0390: Inter articular resurfacing arthroplasty with implant of metatarsophalangeal joint
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 | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W0390
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W0300: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral
- W0310: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joints, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - bilateral
- W0321: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
- W0322: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0330: Fusion of first metatarsophalangeal joint - unilateral
- W0380: Fusion of first metatarsophalangeal joint - bilateral
- W3620: Open bone biopsy as sole procedure
- W3622: Needle biopsy of bone as sole procedure
- W5700: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - unilateral
- W5701: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - bilateral
- W5710: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - unilateral
- W5780: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - bilateral
- W0323: Revision of osteotomy/ies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
- W0324: Revision of osteotomy/ies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
Related codes
- W5780: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - bilateral
- W5710: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - unilateral
- W5701: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - bilateral
- W5700: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - unilateral
- W0861: Metatarsophalangeal cheilectomy - bilateral, as sole procedure
- W0860: Metatarsophalangeal cheilectomy (as sole procedure) - unilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for inter articular resurfacing arthroplasty with implant of metatarsophalangeal joint?
The procedure code is W0390: Inter articular resurfacing arthroplasty with implant of metatarsophalangeal joint.
Which insurers list W0390?
W0390 is listed by Bupa, Vitality and WPA. It is not on the AXA Health procedure list. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W0390 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W0390 cannot be billed together with 17 other codes, including W0300 (Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral), W0310 (Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joints, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - bilateral), W0321 (Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral). 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