W6202: Partial fusion of wrist
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 W6202
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W6200: Total fusion of all joints of wrist +/- graft & +/- internal fixation
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (9)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W8602: Therapeutic arthroscopy of wrist joint (as sole procedure)
- W8830: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of wrist joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W6200: Total fusion of all joints of wrist +/- graft & +/- internal fixation
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W6200: Total fusion of all joints of wrist +/- graft & +/- internal fixation
- W8602: Therapeutic arthroscopy of wrist joint (as sole procedure)
- W5310: Total prosthetic replacement of wrist joint
- W8830: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of wrist joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W5930: Fusion of digit joint(s) of hand +/- graft & +/- internal fixation
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for partial fusion of wrist?
The procedure code is W6202: Partial fusion of wrist.
Which insurers list W6202?
W6202 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W6202 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W6202 cannot be billed together with 5 other codes, including W6200 (Total fusion of all joints of wrist +/- graft & +/- internal fixation), X4810 (Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)), X4822 (Change of cast under general anaesthetic (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