W0600: Total excision of bone with prosthetic replacement/ reconstruction, e.g. trapezium
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 |
Related codes
- W0640: Total excision of sesamoid bone
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W0700: Excision of ectopic bone
- W0960: Excision of benign tumour of bone with bone grafting
- W0961: Radical clearance of benign bone tumour with reconstruction +/- insertion of prosthesis
- W3622: Needle biopsy of bone as sole procedure
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for total excision of bone with prosthetic replacement/ reconstruction, e.g. trapezium?
The procedure code is W0600: Total excision of bone with prosthetic replacement/ reconstruction, e.g. trapezium.
Which insurers list W0600?
It is not on the Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA procedure lists. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W0600 be billed with other procedures?
There are no listed restrictions on billing W0600 together with other codes.
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