W7452: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - second stage
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 | Check cover | Listed by Vitality: check cover at pre-authorisation |
| WPA | Listed | Listed by WPA |
Codes that can't be billed with W7452
Neither code can be billed with the other
W7452 can't be billed with
- W7400: Reconstruction of one or two ligaments not elsewhere specified
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W7470: Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W8250: Partial replacement of the meniscus of the knee using a biodegradable scaffold
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7451: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - first stage
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (10)
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W7451: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - first stage
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W8400: Repair of knee ligaments (open or arthroscopic)
- W7470: Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
- W8500: Multiple arthroscopic operations on knee (including meniscectomy, chondroplasty, drilling or microfracture) - unilateral
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7400: Reconstruction of one or two ligaments not elsewhere specified
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W7451: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - first stage
- W7470: Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7489: Revision of posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
- W7488: Revision posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including artificial graft/ligament
- W7480: Posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - second stage?
The procedure code is W7452: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - second stage.
Which insurers list W7452?
W7452 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health and WPA. Vitality lists it, but you should check cover before treatment. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7452 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7452 cannot be billed together with 9 other codes, including W9020 (Dynamic arthrogram of joint), W7400 (Reconstruction of one or two ligaments not elsewhere specified), W7420 (Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy). See the full list above.
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