W1700: Shelf augmentation of acetabulum (Wainwright or Trillat)
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 W1700
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W3944: Acetabular liner and head changes
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
- A5211: Epidural injection (caudal)
- A5210: Epidural injection (lumbar)
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (4)
- A5210: Epidural injection (lumbar)
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
- W3944: Acetabular liner and head changes
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for shelf augmentation of acetabulum (wainwright or trillat)?
The procedure code is W1700: Shelf augmentation of acetabulum (Wainwright or Trillat).
Which insurers list W1700?
W1700 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1700 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1700 cannot be billed together with 4 other codes, including W3944 (Acetabular liner and head changes), S4230 (Secondary suture of skin), A5211 (Epidural injection (caudal)). 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