W1641: Osteotomy of short bone of hand (including fixation and bone grafting)
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 |
| AXA Health | Listed | Listed by AXA Health |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W1641
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (2)
Related codes
- W0110: Toe to hand transfer (as sole procedure) (including closure of secondary defect)
- W6230: Vascular implantation to carpal bone
- T6982: Tenolysis of flexor tendon of hand
- T6914: Tenolysis of extensor tendon of hand
- T6750: Primary repair of flexor of hand (excluding Zone II)
- T6710: Primary repair of extensor of hand
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for osteotomy of short bone of hand (including fixation and bone grafting)?
The procedure code is W1641: Osteotomy of short bone of hand (including fixation and bone grafting).
Which insurers list W1641?
W1641 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1641 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1641 cannot be billed together with 1 other code, including W0850 (Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)). 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