X2260: Open reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including traction and innominate/femoral osteotomy)
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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Insurer listing
| Insurer | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bupa | Listed | Listed by Bupa |
| AXA Health | Listed | Listed by AXA Health |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Check cover | Listed by WPA: check cover at pre-authorisation |
Codes that can't be billed with X2260
Neither code can be billed with the other
- X2200: Closed reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including dynamic arthrogram, traction and soft tissue release)
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (5)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- X2200: Closed reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including dynamic arthrogram, traction and soft tissue release)
Related codes
- X2200: Closed reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including dynamic arthrogram, traction and soft tissue release)
- X2262: Complex open reduction for congenital dislocation of hip (i.e. pelvic & femoral or Pemberton osteotomy or revision of open reduction)
- W6540: Open reduction of dislocated hip prosthesis
- W3945: Open reduction and internal fixation for periprosthetic fracture around hip
- W6600: Closed reduction of dislocated hip prosthesis
- W1390: Open femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for open reduction and frog pop for congenital dislocation of hip (including traction and innominate/femoral osteotomy)?
The procedure code is X2260: Open reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including traction and innominate/femoral osteotomy).
Which insurers list X2260?
X2260 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and Vitality. WPA lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can X2260 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say X2260 cannot be billed together with 4 other codes, including X2200 (Closed reduction and Frog POP for congenital dislocation of hip (including dynamic arthrogram, traction and soft tissue release)), X4810 (Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)), X4822 (Change of cast under general anaesthetic (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