W7421: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with lateral tenodesis
Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
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 | Not listed | Not on the Bupa procedure list |
| AXA Health | Not listed | Not on the AXA Health procedure list |
| Vitality | Check cover | Listed by Vitality: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Related codes
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W7481: Autograft posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7470: Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
- W7487: Allograft posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7489: Revision of posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with lateral tenodesis?
The procedure code is W7421: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy.
Which insurers list W7421?
W7421 is listed by WPA. Vitality lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. It is not on the Bupa and AXA Health procedure lists. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7421 be billed with other procedures?
There are no listed restrictions on billing W7421 together with other codes.
About the surgeon
Mr Jakub Kozdryk, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, performs hip and knee replacement and revision surgery at Nuffield Health Warwickshire and Circle Meriden Hospital.
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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.
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