W7470: Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
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 W7470
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W7400: Reconstruction of one or two ligaments not elsewhere specified
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W8250: Partial replacement of the meniscus of the knee using a biodegradable scaffold
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
W7470 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (18)
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7452: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - second stage
- W3100: Bone graft (as sole procedure)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- S5210: Injection into subcutaneous tissue/painful trigger point under local anaesthetic
- W8400: Repair of knee ligaments (open or arthroscopic)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W8580: Multiple arthroscopic operations on knee (including meniscectomy, chondroplasty, drilling or microfracture) - bilateral
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- X4810: Change of cast without general anaesthetic (as sole procedure)
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W7400: Reconstruction of one or two ligaments not elsewhere specified
- 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)
- W8600: Therapeutic arthroscopy operation on cavity of joint (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W7489: Revision of posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft
- W7440: Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- meniscectomy
- W7452: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - second stage
- W7451: 2 stage revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction - first stage
- W7421: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
- W7420: Autograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction without lateral tenodesis +/- meniscectomy
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft?
The procedure code is W7470: Revision of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction including autograft/allograft.
Which insurers list W7470?
W7470 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 W7470 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7470 cannot be billed together with 9 other codes, including W7400 (Reconstruction of one or two ligaments not elsewhere specified), W8700 (Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)), W7440 (Allograft anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction +/- 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