W2300: Secondary open reduction of fracture of short bone (including intra-articular fracture for delayed/non-union and including bone graft)
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 | Check cover | Listed by WPA: check cover at pre-authorisation WPA needs the date and nature of the original operation and the reason for revision. |
Codes that can't be billed with W2300
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (6)
- W1940: Primary open reduction of short bone with fixation (including intra-articular)
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
Related codes
- W2582: Closed reduction of fracture of short bone (including cast or percutaneous K-wires)
- W1940: Primary open reduction of short bone with fixation (including intra-articular)
- W2580: Closed reduction of fracture of short bone with external fixator
- W6703: Secondary open reduction of dislocation of large joint
- W6702: Secondary open reduction of dislocation of small joint
- W2502: Closed reduction of fracture of long bone (including cast or percutaneous K-wires)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for secondary open reduction of fracture of short bone (including intra-articular fracture for delayed/non-union and including bone graft)?
The procedure code is W2300: Secondary open reduction of fracture of short bone (including intra-articular fracture for delayed/non-union and including bone graft).
Which insurers list W2300?
W2300 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 W2300 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W2300 cannot be billed together with 2 other codes, including W1940 (Primary open reduction of short bone with fixation (including intra-articular)), W3100 (Bone graft (as sole procedure)). 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