W1649: Complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy
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 | Check cover | Listed by WPA: check cover at pre-authorisation |
Codes that can't be billed with W1649
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (5)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- W1640: Simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. Salter or Chiari osteotomies
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W1640: Simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. Salter or Chiari osteotomies
- W3944: Acetabular liner and head changes
- W1648: Osteotomy/transfer of greater trochanter (as sole procedure)
- W3713: Complex primary total hip replacement (including bone grafting or femoral osteotomy)
- X2262: Complex open reduction for congenital dislocation of hip (i.e. pelvic & femoral or Pemberton osteotomy or revision of open reduction)
- W6013: Primary arthrodesis of hip joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation - hip
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy?
The procedure code is W1649: Complex pelvic osteotomies and fixation, e.g. triple osteotomy, peri-acetabular osteotomy.
Which insurers list W1649?
W1649 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and Vitality. WPA lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1649 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1649 cannot be billed together with 3 other codes, including W1640 (Simple pelvic osteotomy and fixation, e.g. Salter or Chiari osteotomies), S4230 (Secondary suture of skin), W9240 (Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)). See the full list above.
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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