W9045: Injection(s), into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral
Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - 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. |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W9045
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
- 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
- W9042: Injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral
- W9032: Injection of viscosupplement into joint with image guidance - unilateral
W9045 can't be billed with
- W7180: Harvesting and injection of bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC)
- W3150: Harvesting and injection of autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) with collagen cell carrier for osteochondral defects of the knee
- 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 (3)
- 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)
- W0462: Complex procedure to mid foot or hindfoot with autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers/fixation)
Related codes
- W9035: Injections(s) +/- aspiration into two or more joints, cysts, bursae with image guidance - bilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9053: Injection of polyacrylamide hydrogel into joints +/- image guidance - bilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9042: Injection of viscosupplement into joint - unilateral
- W9043: Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for injection(s), into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral?
The procedure code is W9045: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into two or more joints, cysts, bursae - bilateral.
Which insurers list W9045?
W9045 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 W9045 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W9045 cannot be billed together with 12 other codes, including W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), W9043 (Injections of viscosupplement into joints - bilateral), W9033 (Injections of viscosupplement into joints 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