T6770: Peroneal sling/groove reconstruction & replacement of dislocated peroneal tendons
Peroneal sling/groove reconstruction & replacement of dislocated peroneal tendons
For guidance only. Always check the code and obtain authorisation from your insurer before treatment. Other insurers may use different codes and coding rules.
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 T6770
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (7)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W8150: Arthrotomy of large joint (including removal of loose body from joint)
- T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
Related codes
- W6019: Ankle syndesmosis reconstruction
- W4420: Complex total replacement of ankle (i.e. including custom prosthesis, wedges, internal fixation of fractures)
- W4410: Total prosthetic replacement of ankle joint
- W1590: Correction of retracted/dislocated metatarsophalangeal joint (including tendon transfer, division/realignment of bone and internal fixation)
- W4430: Revision of total prosthetic replacement of ankle joint
- W8645: Multiple arthroscopic operations on ankle (including soft tissue +/- bony +/- joint surface procedures) with ligament reconstruction
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for peroneal sling/groove reconstruction & replacement of dislocated peroneal tendons?
The procedure code is T6770: Peroneal sling/groove reconstruction & replacement of dislocated peroneal tendons.
Which insurers list T6770?
T6770 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T6770 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T6770 cannot be billed together with 4 other codes, including T7010 (Percutaneous 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)). 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