Code Details & Principles for W8645

Code details & principles for

W8645

  • Chapter 16 / Ankle
Code Description Chapter/Sub-Chapter Code Specific Guidance
W8645 Multiple arthroscopic operations on ankle (including soft tissue +/- bony +/- joint surface procedures) with ligament reconstruction 16.11.1 Ankle

Unacceptable Combinations for W8645

CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) Narrative (unacceptable combination) Date Added
W6019 Ankle syndesmosis reconstruction 2010-01-20
W9030 Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral 2014-04-08

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