W8800: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of hip joint (as sole procedure, including washout,)
Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of hip joint (as sole procedure, including washout, +/- biopsy)
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 W8800
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W8620: Therapeutic arthroscopy examination of hip joint, +/- biopsy
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W6013: Primary arthrodesis of hip joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation - hip
W8800 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (11)
- W6013: Primary arthrodesis of hip joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation - hip
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W8620: Therapeutic arthroscopy examination of hip joint, +/- biopsy
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- W1800: Drainage/debridement of bone(s) (including sequestrectomy for osteomyelitis)
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
Related codes
- W8411: Arthroscopic labral reconstruction of the hip (including autograft and harvesting)
- W8410: Arthroscopic labral reconstruction of the hip (including allograft and harvesting)
- W8620: Therapeutic arthroscopy examination of hip joint, +/- biopsy
- X2280: Manipulation of hip and casting (as sole procedure)
- W3751: Customised unilateral hip replacement
- W3719: Hip resurfacing arthroplasty bilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for diagnostic arthroscopic examination of hip joint (as sole procedure, including washout,)?
The procedure code is W8800: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of hip joint (as sole procedure, including washout, +/- biopsy).
Which insurers list W8800?
W8800 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W8800 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W8800 cannot be billed together with 7 other codes, including W8620 (Therapeutic arthroscopy examination of hip joint, +/- biopsy), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), 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