W8370: Autologous scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects (including microfracture)
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 | Check cover | Listed by AXA Health: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Related codes
- W3123: Implantation of autologous chondrocytes into knee (including knee surgery, debridement and periosteal flap or membrane cover)
- W3150: Harvesting and injection of autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) with collagen cell carrier for osteochondral defects of the knee
- W3122: Harvesting for autologous chondrocyte transplantation into knee (including arthroscopy)
- W8250: Partial replacement of the meniscus of the knee using a biodegradable scaffold
- W3140: Implantation of autologous chondrocytes into knee using an Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (including knee surgery, debridement and periosteal flap or membrane cover)
- W8520: Arthroscopy of knee (including examination under anaesthetic, washout and biopsy) (as sole procedure)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for autologous scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects (including microfracture)?
The procedure code is W8370: Autologous scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects (including microfracture).
Which insurers list W8370?
W8370 is listed by Bupa, Vitality and WPA. AXA Health lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W8370 be billed with other procedures?
There are no listed restrictions on billing W8370 together with other codes.
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