W1640: Simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. Salter or Chiari osteotomies
For guidance only. Always check the code and obtain authorisation from your insurer before treatment. Other insurers may use different codes and coding rules.
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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.
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 | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W1640
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (5)
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W1649: Complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
Related codes
- W1649: Complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy
- W1648: Osteotomy/transfer of greater trochanter (as sole procedure)
- W6013: Primary arthrodesis of hip joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation - hip
- W4543: Open reduction, internal fixation and complete revision for periprosthetic fracture
- W3945: Open reduction and internal fixation for periprosthetic fracture around hip
- W4542: Open reduction, internal fixation and revision of femoral component for periprosthetic fracture
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. salter or chiari osteotomies?
The procedure code is W1640: Simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. Salter or Chiari osteotomies.
Which insurers list W1640?
W1640 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1640 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1640 cannot be billed together with 3 other codes, including W1649 (Complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy), S4230 (Secondary suture of skin), W9240 (Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)). 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