W7921: Surgical correction of hallux valgus using minimal access techniques- bilateral
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 | Check cover | Listed by Vitality: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W7921
Neither code can be billed with the other
W7921 can't be billed with
- W0321: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
- W0300: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral
- W0310: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joints, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - bilateral
- W0322: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0380: Fusion of first metatarsophalangeal joint - bilateral
- W0390: Inter articular resurfacing arthroplasty with implant of metatarsophalangeal joint
- W1040: Osteotomy of short bone of foot (excluding hallux valgus and including internal fixation)
- W5700: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - unilateral
- W5701: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - bilateral
- W5710: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - unilateral
- W5780: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - bilateral
- W7900: Excision of medial eminence first or fifth metatarsal head with soft tissue repair (bunionectomy)
- W7980: Metatarsal osteotomy (eg Scarf) for hallux valgus, +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (16)
- W1040: Osteotomy of short bone of foot (excluding hallux valgus and including internal fixation)
- W7900: Excision of medial eminence first or fifth metatarsal head with soft tissue repair (bunionectomy)
- W7910: Metatarsal osteotomy (e.g. Scarf) for hallux vagus, +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
- W7980: Metatarsal osteotomy (eg Scarf) for hallux valgus, +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0324: Revision of osteotomy/ies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0300: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral
- W5780: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - bilateral
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W0380: Fusion of first metatarsophalangeal joint - bilateral
- W0310: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joints, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - bilateral
- W5700: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - unilateral
- W5710: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint (eg Keller, Bonney-Kessel procedures) including cheilectomy - unilateral
- W5701: Excision arthroplasty of first metatarsophalangeal joint with prosthetic implantation or interpositional arthroplasty - bilateral
- W0322: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0323: Revision of osteotomy/ies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
Related codes
- W7922: Surgical correction of hallux valgus using minimal access techniques- unilateral
- W0322: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0321: Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
- W7980: Metatarsal osteotomy (eg Scarf) for hallux valgus, +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0324: Revision of osteotomy/ies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - bilateral
- W0323: Revision of osteotomy/ies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for surgical correction of hallux valgus using minimal access techniques- bilateral?
The procedure code is W7921: Surgical correction of hallux valgus using minimal access techniques- bilateral.
Which insurers list W7921?
W7921 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and WPA. Vitality lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7921 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7921 cannot be billed together with 15 other codes, including W0850 (Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)), W0321 (Osteotomies (eg Scarf and Akin) for hallux valgus correction +/- internal fixation +/- soft tissue correction - unilateral), W0300 (Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral). See the full list above.
What does my procedure code mean?
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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