W1648: Osteotomy/transfer of greater trochanter (as sole procedure)
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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 W1648
Neither code can be billed with the other
W1648 can't be billed with
- T6213: Soft tissue operations in the region of the greater trochanter (trochanteric bursitis, snapping hip)
- W1647: Open reduction/internal fixation of fractures of the greater trochanter (including fixation of non-union of greater trochanter after trochanteric osteotomy)
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (8)
- W1647: Open reduction/internal fixation of fractures of the greater trochanter (including fixation of non-union of greater trochanter after trochanteric osteotomy)
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- T6213: Soft tissue operations in the region of the greater trochanter (trochanteric bursitis, snapping hip)
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
Related codes
- T6213: Soft tissue operations in the region of the greater trochanter (trochanteric bursitis, snapping hip)
- W1640: Simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. Salter or Chiari osteotomies
- W1649: Complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy
- T6290: Extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for osteotomy/transfer of greater trochanter (as sole procedure)?
The procedure code is W1648: Osteotomy/transfer of greater trochanter (as sole procedure).
Which insurers list W1648?
W1648 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1648 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1648 cannot be billed together with 7 other codes, including W9240 (Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)), W9030 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral), W0850 (Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)). 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