W5600: Primary repair of rupture of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint
Primary repair of rupture of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation
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 W5600
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (12)
- W5630: Secondary repair of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W8880: Arthroscopy of elbow (as sole procedure)
- W8820: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of shoulder joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- T6450: Tenodesis of biceps tendon (as sole procedure)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- W0890: Excision distal clavicle (as sole procedure)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- W8603: Therapeutic arthroscopy of shoulder (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W5630: Secondary repair of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation
- W6012: Primary arthrodesis of joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation - shoulder
- W7713: Primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint +/- tendon repair
- W7719: Primary open shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/SLAP/tendon repair)
- W7718: Primary arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/SLAP/tendon repair)
- W5000: Primary total shoulder replacement
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for primary repair of rupture of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint?
The procedure code is W5600: Primary repair of rupture of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation.
Which insurers list W5600?
W5600 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W5600 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W5600 cannot be billed together with 3 other codes, including W5630 (Secondary repair of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint +/- internal fixation), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), W9020 (Dynamic arthrogram of joint). 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