W6014: Primary arthrodesis of knee joint
Primary arthrodesis of knee joint +/- graft & +/- 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 W6014
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (8)
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
Related codes
- W4200: Complex primary total knee replacement (i.e. including bone graft, augmentation or osteotomy)
- W8520: Arthroscopy of knee (including examination under anaesthetic, washout and biopsy) (as sole procedure)
- W5300: Bicompartmental knee resurfacing
- W5201: Unicompartmental Knee Replacement - bilateral
- W5200: Unicompartmental knee replacement - unilateral
- W3090: Core decompression of knee
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for primary arthrodesis of knee joint?
The procedure code is W6014: Primary arthrodesis of knee joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation.
Which insurers list W6014?
W6014 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W6014 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W6014 cannot be billed together with 5 other codes, including S4230 (Secondary suture of skin), W3100 (Bone graft (as sole procedure)), W9240 (Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)). 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