Code Details & Principles for W1920
Code details & principles for
W1920
- Chapter 16 / Long Bones
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1920 | Primary open reduction of long bone with fixation | 16.3.1 Long Bones |
Unacceptable Combinations for W1920
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| W2100 | Primary open reduction of intra-articular fracture of long bone with internal fixation, e.g. proximal humerus or proximal tibia (+/- arthroscopic assistance) | 2013-06-04 |
| W2310 | Secondary open reduction of fractured long bone-and intramedullary fixation or internal fixation for non-union/mal union - including intra-articular (including bone graft) | 2013-06-04 |
| W2380 | Locked intramedullary nailing of fractured long bone | 2013-06-04 |
| W2500 | Closed reduction of fracture of long bone with external fixation (excluding fixation by cast or percutaneous K-wires) | 2010-01-20 |
| W2502 | Closed reduction of fracture of long bone (including cast or percutaneous K-wires) | 2011-11-04 |
| W3100 | Bone graft (as sole procedure) | 2012-04-04 |
Coding Principles
These coding principles set out how the authors intend that the codes and narratives within the CCSD Schedule are interpreted and used. The outputs are available to be used by all individual insurers and providers including CCSD and non-CCSD members. Please note that:
- The CCSD Group does not discuss nor determine classifcations, reimbursement or fees - all insurers will have their own view on these matters
- The inclusion of a procedure code and/or its associated coding principles in the CCSD Schedule does not necessarily mean that it is endorsed by all members of the CCSD Group and codes may or may not be included in individual insurers' own Schedules or covered
- The coding principles are non-exhaustive guidelines only - each individual insurer may choose whether or not to adopt an individual combination of codes in practice and you will need to contact the insurer for further information