W3718: Minimally invasive hip resurfacing
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 | Not listed | Not on the AXA Health procedure list |
| Vitality | Check cover | Listed by Vitality: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W3718
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W3717: Minimally invasive hip replacement - unilateral
- W3719: Hip resurfacing arthroplasty bilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W3715: Hip resurfacing arthroplasty
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W3722: Minimally invasive hip replacement +/- cement - bilateral
Related codes
- W3717: Minimally invasive hip replacement - unilateral
- W3722: Minimally invasive hip replacement +/- cement - bilateral
- W3719: Hip resurfacing arthroplasty bilateral
- W3715: Hip resurfacing arthroplasty
- X2280: Manipulation of hip and casting (as sole procedure)
- W3751: Customised unilateral hip replacement
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for minimally invasive hip resurfacing?
The procedure code is W3718: Minimally invasive hip resurfacing.
Which insurers list W3718?
W3718 is listed by Bupa and WPA. Vitality lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. It is not on the AXA Health procedure list. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W3718 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W3718 cannot be billed together with 6 other codes, including W3717 (Minimally invasive hip replacement - unilateral), W3719 (Hip resurfacing arthroplasty bilateral), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral). 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