T7981: Extensive (greater than 2cm tear) repair of large muscle (including arthroscopic) (excluding rotator cuff)
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 | Listed | Listed by Vitality |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with T7981
Neither code can be billed with the other
- T7910: Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair +/- excision of distal clavicle
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
T7981 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (10)
- W0850: Partial excision of bone (including exostoses)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- T7910: Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair +/- excision of distal clavicle
- W8603: Therapeutic arthroscopy of shoulder (as sole procedure)
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
- W5550: Excision of radial head (as sole procedure)
- T7916: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm with tenodesis of biceps tendon
Related codes
- W2810: Repair of non-union of clavicle
- W5630: Secondary repair of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation
- T7982: Arthroscopic subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair (including arthroscopic procedures in glenohumeral joint)
- T7915: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm
- W5600: Primary repair of rupture of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation
- T7990: Revision of open or arthroscopic rotator cuff repair +/- decompression
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for extensive (greater than 2cm tear) repair of large muscle (including arthroscopic) (excluding rotator cuff)?
The procedure code is T7981: Extensive (greater than 2cm tear) repair of large muscle (including arthroscopic) (excluding rotator cuff).
Which insurers list T7981?
T7981 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can T7981 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say T7981 cannot be billed together with 8 other codes, including T7910 (Open subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair +/- excision of distal clavicle), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), T7915 (Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair greater than 2cm). 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