W0950: Radical clearance of sarcoma of trunk or limbs
Radical clearance of sarcoma of trunk or limbs, +/- amputation or insertion of prosthesis
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 Bupa: intensive care days may be reimbursed for this procedure. |
| AXA Health | Listed | Listed by AXA Health |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Not listed | Not on the WPA procedure list |
Codes that can't be billed with W0950
Neither code can be billed with the other
- S0633: Excision of lesion of skin or subcutaneous tissue - up to three, Trunk & Limbs (excluding lipoma)
- S0632: Excision of lesion of skin or subcutaneous tissue - up to three, Head & Neck (excluding lipoma)
- W3622: Needle biopsy of bone as sole procedure
- W0960: Excision of benign tumour of bone with bone grafting
- S0643: Excision of lesion of skin or subcutaneous tissue - four or more, Trunk & Limbs (excluding lipoma)
- S0642: Excision of lesion of skin or subcutaneous tissue - four or more, Head & Neck (excluding lipoma)
- S1500: Biopsy of skin or subcutaneous tissue
- W3620: Open bone biopsy as sole procedure
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- S1520: Punch biopsy for small fibre neuropathy
W0950 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (3)
Related codes
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for radical clearance of sarcoma of trunk or limbs?
The procedure code is W0950: Radical clearance of sarcoma of trunk or limbs, +/- amputation or insertion of prosthesis.
Which insurers list W0950?
W0950 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and Vitality. It is not on the WPA procedure list. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W0950 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W0950 cannot be billed together with 11 other codes, including S0633 (Excision of lesion of skin or subcutaneous tissue - up to three, Trunk & Limbs (excluding lipoma)), S0632 (Excision of lesion of skin or subcutaneous tissue - up to three, Head & Neck (excluding lipoma)), W3622 (Needle biopsy of bone as sole procedure). 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