W9042: Injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral
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 |
| 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 W9042
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W9033: Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral
- W9035: Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae 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
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
W9042 can't be billed with
Related codes
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9052: Injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel into joint +/- image guidance - unilateral
- W9033: Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral
- W9053: Injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel into joints +/- image guidance - bilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral?
The procedure code is W9042: Injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral.
Which insurers list W9042?
W9042 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 W9042 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W9042 cannot be billed together with 7 other codes, including W9033 (Injections of viscosupplement into joints with image guidance - bilateral), W9035 (Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral). See the full list above.
About the surgeon
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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