W1910: Primary reduction of fracture of neck of femur and internal fixation
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 W1910
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W3713: Complex primary total hip replacement (including bone grafting or femoral osteotomy)
- W3714: Total hip replacement, +/- cement, after excision arthroplasty or arthrodesis (including conversion of hemiarthroplasty or revision of other previous hip surgery which involved internal fixation)
- W3720: Robotic assisted total hip replacement - unilateral +/- cement
- W3712: Primary total hip replacement – unilateral +/- cement
W1910 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (4)
- W3712: Primary total hip replacement – unilateral +/- cement
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- W3713: Complex primary total hip replacement (including bone grafting or femoral osteotomy)
- W3714: Total hip replacement, +/- cement, after excision arthroplasty or arthrodesis (including conversion of hemiarthroplasty or revision of other previous hip surgery which involved internal fixation)
Related codes
- W6630: Primary closed reduction of fracture or dislocation of joint, +/- fixation (including cast application)
- W2100: Primary open reduction of intra-articular fracture of long bone with internal fixation, e.g. proximal humerus or proximal tibia (+/- arthroscopic assistance)
- W1940: Primary open reduction of short bone with fixation (including intra-articular)
- W1920: Primary open reduction of long bone with fixation
- W1646: Open reduction/internal fixation of sacro-iliac joint
- W2500: Closed reduction of fracture of long bone with external fixation (excluding fixation by cast or percutaneous K-wires)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for primary reduction of fracture of neck of femur and internal fixation?
The procedure code is W1910: Primary reduction of fracture of neck of femur and internal fixation.
Which insurers list W1910?
W1910 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W1910 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W1910 cannot be billed together with 6 other codes, including W3713 (Complex primary total hip replacement (including bone grafting or femoral osteotomy)), W3714 (Total hip replacement, +/- cement, after excision arthroplasty or arthrodesis (including conversion of hemiarthroplasty or revision of other previous hip surgery which involved internal fixation)), W3720 (Robotic assisted total hip replacement - unilateral +/- cement). 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