W9035: Injections(s), cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral
Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae 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 | Listed | Listed by Bupa Bupa: a follow-up consultation can be claimed on the same day. |
| AXA Health | Check cover | Listed by AXA Health: check cover at pre-authorisation AXA accepts this code for steroid injections only. Since 1 December 2023 AXA reimburses image-guided knee, sub-acromial and hip bursa injections as the equivalent non-image-guided procedure. |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W9035
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W9033: Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
- W9045: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9042: Injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
W9035 can't be billed with
- W0460: Complex procedure to mid foot or hindfoot without autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers)
- W0464: Complex procedure to mid foot and hindfoot with autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers, fixation)
- W0463: Complex procedure to mid foot and hindfoot without autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers/fixation)
- W0462: Complex procedure to mid foot or hindfoot with autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers/fixation)
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (5)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W0462: Complex procedure to mid foot or hindfoot with autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers/fixation)
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- W0460: Complex procedure to mid foot or hindfoot without autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers)
- W0463: Complex procedure to mid foot and hindfoot without autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers/fixation)
Related codes
- W9045: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral
- W9033: Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral
- W9053: Injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel into joints +/- image guidance - bilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for injections(s), cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral?
The procedure code is W9035: Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral.
Which insurers list W9035?
W9035 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 W9035 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W9035 cannot be billed together with 11 other codes, including W9033 (Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), W9043 (Injections of viscosupplement into joints - 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