W7430: Reconstruction of lateral collateral ligament complex
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 W7430
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W7530: Repair of lateral collateral ligament complex
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W8500: Multiple arthroscopic operations on knee (including meniscectomy, chondroplasty, drilling or microfracture) - unilateral
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W8645: Multiple arthroscopic operations on ankle (including soft tissue +/- bony +/- joint surface procedures) with ligament reconstruction
- W8646: Multiple arthroscopic operations on ankle (including soft tissue +/- bony +/- joint surface procedures) without ligament reconstruction
W7430 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (14)
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- A5293: Transforaminal epidural (lumbar)
- W7530: Repair of lateral collateral ligament complex
- W8500: Multiple arthroscopic operations on knee (including meniscectomy, chondroplasty, drilling or microfracture) - unilateral
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W8630: Therapeutic arthroscopy of ankle with either soft tissue procedure or bony +/or joint surface procedure (as sole procedure)
- W8880: Arthroscopy of elbow (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W8840: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of ankle (as sole procedure, including anterior synovectomy to gain vision)
- W8640: Complex therapeutic arthroscopy of ankle, with multiple bony, joint surface and soft tissue procedures +/- ligament reconstruction (as sole procedure)
- X4822: Change of cast under general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W7630: Reconstruction of medial collateral ligament complex
- W7530: Repair of lateral collateral ligament complex
- W7730: Repair of medial collateral ligament complex
- W7421: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W7480: Posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
- W7410: Multiple ligament reconstruction of knee
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for reconstruction of lateral collateral ligament complex?
The procedure code is W7430: Reconstruction of lateral collateral ligament complex.
Which insurers list W7430?
W7430 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7430 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7430 cannot be billed together with 8 other codes, including W7530 (Repair of lateral collateral ligament complex), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), W7420 (Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy). See the full list above.
About the surgeon
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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