T7918: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using a biodegradable collagen based scaffold
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 | Not listed | Not on the AXA Health procedure list |
| Vitality | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Not routinely covered | Not routinely covered by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with T7918
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
- T6800: Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)
- T7941: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using acellular dermal matrix (ADM) - first stage
- T7942: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using acellular dermal matrix (ADM) - second stage
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W8603: Therapeutic arthroscopy of shoulder (as sole procedure)
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W8820: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of shoulder joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9111: Manipulation of joint (including intra-articular injection) for Frozen Shoulder" (as sole procedure) - bilateral"
- W9112: Manipulation of joint (including intra-articular injection) for Frozen Shoulder" (as sole procedure)"
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
- T7990: Revision of open or arthroscopic rotator cuff repair +/- decompression
- W7716: Arthroscopic superior capsule reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tears +/- decompression (including graft)
- W7717: Open superior capsule reconstruction for irreparable rotator cuff tears +/- decompression (including graft)
- W8170: Biodegradable subacromial spacer insertion for rotator cuff tears
Related codes
- T7982: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
- T7942: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using acellular dermal matrix (ADM) - second stage
- T7941: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using acellular dermal matrix (ADM) - first stage
- T7990: Revision of open or arthroscopic rotator cuff repair +/- decompression
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using a biodegradable collagen based scaffold?
The procedure code is T7918: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using a biodegradable collagen based scaffold.
Which insurers list T7918?
T7918 is listed by Bupa and Vitality. WPA does not routinely cover it. It is not on the AXA Health procedure list. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T7918 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T7918 cannot be billed together with 18 other codes, including T7915 (Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm), T6800 (Delayed or secondary repair of tendon (including graft, transfer and/or prosthesis) (not otherwise specified)), T7941 (Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using acellular dermal matrix (ADM) - first stage). 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