W9033: Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - 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 | Not routinely covered | Listed by Bupa but not eligible for funding Bupa: a follow-up consultation can be claimed on the same day. |
| AXA Health | Listed | Listed by AXA Health Since 1 December 2023 AXA reimburses image-guided knee, sub-acromial and hip bursa injections as the equivalent non-image-guided procedure. |
| Vitality | Check cover | Listed by Vitality: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| WPA | Not routinely covered | Not routinely covered by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W9033
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
- W9045: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral
- W9035: Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral
- W9042: Injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
W9033 can't be billed with
Related codes
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
- W9035: Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral
- W9053: Injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel into joints +/- image guidance - bilateral
- W9052: Injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel into joint +/- image guidance - unilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral?
The procedure code is W9033: Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral.
Which insurers list W9033?
W9033 is listed by AXA Health. Vitality lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Bupa and WPA do not routinely cover it. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W9033 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W9033 cannot be billed together with 6 other codes, including W9043 (Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral), W9045 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral), W9035 (Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral). 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