T7910: Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair
Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair +/- excision of distal clavicle
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 T7910
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T7981: Extensive (greater than 2cm tear) repair of large muscle (including arthroscopic) (excluding rotator cuff)
- W5722: Excision reconstruction of small joint
- W7872: Arthroscopic arthrolysis of shoulder contracture +/- manipulation/injection
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W0890: Excision distal clavicle (as sole procedure)
- T7982: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- W8193: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression
- T7990: Revision of open or arthroscopic rotator cuff repair +/- decompression
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W8194: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and excision of distal clavicle (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
T7910 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (30)
- W8194: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and excision of distal clavicle (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- T7983: Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- T7990: Revision of open or arthroscopic rotator cuff repair +/- decompression
- T7982: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- W8603: Therapeutic arthroscopy of shoulder (as sole procedure)
- W0890: Excision distal clavicle (as sole procedure)
- W8820: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of shoulder joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W8600: Therapeutic arthroscopy operation on cavity of joint (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W9112: Manipulation of joint (including intra-articular injection) for Frozen Shoulder" (as sole procedure)"
- W8192: Open subacromial decompression (as sole procedure)
- W7872: Arthroscopic arthrolysis of shoulder contracture +/- manipulation/injection
- W8100: Open excision of calcific deposit (e.g. shoulder, hip)
- W8193: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7810: Open arthrolysis of shoulder contracture +/- manipulation/injection
- T6450: Tenodesis of biceps tendon (as sole procedure)
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W5722: Excision reconstruction of small joint
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- T7981: Extensive (greater than 2cm tear) repair of large muscle (including arthroscopic) (excluding rotator cuff)
- W4900: Shoulder hemiarthroplasty (as sole procedure)
- T7050: Lengthening of tendon(s) or open tenotomy
Related codes
- W8194: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and excision of distal clavicle (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T7982: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T7990: Revision of open or arthroscopic rotator cuff repair +/- decompression
- W0890: Excision distal clavicle (as sole procedure)
- W7717: Open superior capsule reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tears +/- decompression (including graft)
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair?
The procedure code is T7910: Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair +/- excision of distal clavicle.
Which insurers list T7910?
T7910 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 T7910 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T7910 cannot be billed together with 16 other codes, including T7981 (Extensive (greater than 2cm tear) repair of large muscle (including arthroscopic) (excluding rotator cuff)), W5722 (Excision reconstruction of small joint), W7872 (Arthroscopic arthrolysis of shoulder contracture +/- manipulation/injection). 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