W1390: Open femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome
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 | Listed | Listed by AXA Health |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W1390
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (6)
- W8620: Therapeutic arthroscopy examination of hip joint, +/- biopsy
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W8600: Therapeutic arthroscopy operation on cavity of joint (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W1320: Osteotomy of proximal femur
- W1380: Arthroscopic femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome, including labral repair and osteochondroplasty
- W8800: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of hip joint (as sole procedure, including washout, +/- biopsy)
Related codes
- W1380: Arthroscopic femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome, including labral repair and osteochondroplasty
- W6540: Open reduction of dislocated hip prosthesis
- X2262: Complex open reduction for congenital dislocation of hip (i.e. pelvic & femoral or Pemberton osteotomy or revision of open reduction)
- X2260: Open reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including traction and innominate/femoral osteotomy)
- W3945: Open reduction and internal fixation for periprosthetic fracture around hip
- X2280: Manipulation of hip and casting (as sole procedure)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for open femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome?
The procedure code is W1390: Open femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome.
Which insurers list W1390?
W1390 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1390 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1390 cannot be billed together with 2 other codes, including W1320 (Osteotomy of proximal femur), W1380 (Arthroscopic femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome, including labral repair and osteochondroplasty). See the full list above.
About the surgeon
Mr Jakub Kozdryk, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, performs hip and knee replacement and revision surgery at Nuffield Health Warwickshire and Circle Meriden Hospital.
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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