T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy
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 T7050
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T6720: Percutaneous lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6722: Primary open lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6723: Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon
- T6762: Repair of tendon of foot - flexor
- T6763: Repair of tendon of foot - extensor
- T6770: Peroneal sling/groove reconstruction & replacement of dislocated peroneal tendons
- T6780: Primary repair of Achilles tendon
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- T6810: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft
- T6910: Tenolysis, of extensor (not otherwise specified)
- T6980: Tenolysis, of flexor tendon (not otherwise specified)
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- W0300: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral
- W0310: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joints, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - bilateral
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W8500: Multiple arthroscopic operations on knee (including meniscectomy, chondroplasty, drilling or microfracture) - unilateral
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
T7050 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (24)
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- T6980: Tenolysis, of flexor tendon (not otherwise specified)
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
- T6780: Primary repair of Achilles tendon
- W0310: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joints, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - bilateral
- T6720: Percutaneous lengthening of Achilles tendon
- W0860: Metatarsophalangeal cheilectomy (as sole procedure) - unilateral
- T7983: Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair
- T6762: Repair of tendon of foot - flexor
- T6810: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft
- T6910: Tenolysis, of extensor (not otherwise specified)
- T6723: Revision of lengthening of Achilles tendon
- W8500: Multiple arthroscopic operations on knee (including meniscectomy, chondroplasty, drilling or microfracture) - unilateral
- T7982: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T6450: Tenodesis of biceps tendon (as sole procedure)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- T6722: Primary open lengthening of Achilles tendon
- W0300: Multiple procedures on forefoot, distal to and including the tarsometatarsal joint, which involves at least two distinct procedures not intrinsic to each other - unilateral
- T6770: Peroneal sling/groove reconstruction & replacement of dislocated peroneal tendons
- T6763: Repair of tendon of foot - extensor
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
Related codes
- T7231: Open release of constriction of sheath of tendon (e.g. trigger finger)
- T7010: Percutaneous tenotomy
- T6980: Tenolysis, of flexor tendon (not otherwise specified)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- W8100: Open excision of calcific deposit (e.g. shoulder, hip)
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy?
The procedure code is T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy.
Which insurers list T7050?
T7050 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T7050 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T7050 cannot be billed together with 21 other codes, including T6720 (Percutaneous lengthening of Achilles tendon), T6722 (Primary open lengthening of Achilles tendon), T6723 (Revision of lengthening 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