W5790: Repair to plantar plate
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 W5790
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (6)
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W8780: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy - bilateral (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W1590: Correction of retracted/dislocated metatarsophalangeal joint (including tendon transfer, division/realignment of bone and internal fixation)
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
Related codes
- T6780: Primary repair of Achilles tendon
- T6763: Repair of tendon of foot - extensor
- T6762: Repair of tendon of foot - flexor
- T6822: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon with tendon or fascial graft
- T6810: Delayed or secondary repair of Achilles tendon without tendon or fascial graft
- W7900: Excision of medial eminence first or fifth metatarsal head with soft tissue repair (bunionectomy)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for repair to plantar plate?
The procedure code is W5790: Repair to plantar plate.
Which insurers list W5790?
W5790 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W5790 be billed with other procedures?
There are no listed restrictions on billing W5790 together with other codes.
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