T5203: Dupuytren's fasciectomy single digit with proximal interphalangeal joint
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 |
| AXA Health | Listed | Listed by AXA Health |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with T5203
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T5202: Dupuytren's fasciectomy palm only
- T5210: Dupuytren's fasciectomy multiple digits with proximal interphalangeal joints
- T5222: Dupuytren's dermofasciectomy and graft, or for recurrent disease - single digit
- T5223: Dupuytren's dermofasciectomy and graft, or for recurrent disease - multiple digits
- T5410: Dupuytren's subcutaneous fasciotomy
- W7881: Release of contracture of interphalangeal joint of finger (excluding trigger finger or Dupuytren's disease)
- T8002: Minor release of muscle for pain or contracture (involving small joint)
- T6982: Tenolysis of flexor tendon of hand
- S2500: Local flap - less than 9cm2
T5203 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (13)
- T5410: Dupuytren's subcutaneous fasciotomy
- S2500: Local flap - less than 9cm2
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
- T5210: Dupuytren's fasciectomy multiple digits with proximal interphalangeal joints
- T6982: Tenolysis of flexor tendon of hand
- T7440: Injection into cord for Dupuytren's Contracture (including post injection finger extension)
- T5223: Dupuytren's dermofasciectomy and graft, or for recurrent disease - multiple digits
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- T8002: Minor release of muscle for pain or contracture (involving small joint)
- T5222: Dupuytren's dermofasciectomy and graft, or for recurrent disease - single digit
- T5202: Dupuytren's fasciectomy palm only
- W7881: Release of contracture of interphalangeal joint of finger (excluding trigger finger or Dupuytren's disease)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
Related codes
- T5210: Dupuytren's fasciectomy multiple digits with proximal interphalangeal joints
- W0512: Interpositional silastic arthroplasty of metacarpophalangeal (MCP) or proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint - single digit
- W0516: Interpositional silastic arthroplasty of metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints - single digit
- T5222: Dupuytren's dermofasciectomy and graft, or for recurrent disease - single digit
- T5202: Dupuytren's fasciectomy palm only
- W0514: Prosthetic surface arthroplasty of interphalangeal/ metacarpo-phalangeal joint - single joint (both cemented and uncemented)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for dupuytren's fasciectomy single digit with proximal interphalangeal joint?
The procedure code is T5203: Dupuytren's fasciectomy single digit with proximal interphalangeal joint.
Which insurers list T5203?
T5203 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T5203 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T5203 cannot be billed together with 10 other codes, including T5202 (Dupuytren's fasciectomy palm only), T5210 (Dupuytren's fasciectomy multiple digits with proximal interphalangeal joints), T5222 (Dupuytren's dermofasciectomy and graft, or for recurrent disease - single digit). See the full list above.
What does my procedure code mean?
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