T6720: Percutaneous lengthening of Achilles tendon
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 | Check cover | Listed by Vitality: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with T6720
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- T6723: Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T6722: Primary open lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (10)
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T6722: Primary open lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6723: Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W3032: Removal of fixator/frame/pins/wires and change of plaster (as sole procedure)
- W0463: Complex procedure to mid foot and hindfoot without autogenous bone graft (osteotomy/fusion +/- tendon transfers/fixation)
Related codes
- T6723: Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6722: Primary open lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6780: Primary repair of Achilles tendon
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
- T6810: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft
- T6461: Tendon transfer of toe - bilateral
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for percutaneous lengthening of achilles tendon?
The procedure code is T6720: Percutaneous lengthening of Achilles tendon.
Which insurers list T6720?
T6720 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and WPA. Vitality lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T6720 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T6720 cannot be billed together with 6 other codes, including T6580 (Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)), T6723 (Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon), T7010 (Percutaneous tenotomy). 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