T6810: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft
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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Insurer listing
| Insurer | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bupa | Listed | Listed by Bupa |
| AXA Health | Listed | Listed by AXA Health |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Check cover | Listed by WPA: check cover at pre-authorisation WPA needs the date and nature of the original operation and the reason for revision. |
Codes that can't be billed with T6810
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- T6780: Primary repair 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
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (10)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T6780: Primary repair of Achilles tendon
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
Related codes
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
- T6780: Primary repair of Achilles tendon
- T6763: Repair of tendon of foot - extensor
- T6762: Repair of tendon of foot - flexor
- T6723: Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6720: Percutaneous lengthening of Achilles tendon
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for delayed or secondary repair of achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft?
The procedure code is T6810: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft.
Which insurers list T6810?
T6810 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and Vitality. WPA lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T6810 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T6810 cannot be billed together with 6 other codes, including T7010 (Percutaneous tenotomy), T6580 (Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)), T6780 (Primary repair of Achilles tendon). 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