W7483: Triquetrolunate ligament reconstruction
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 W7483
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (6)
- W7484: Reconstruction of three or more ligaments not elsewhere specified
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W8830: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of wrist joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W8700: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W7485: Small joint (e.g. interphalangeal/ metacarpo-phalangeal joint) ligament reconstruction
- W7486: Carpo-metacarpal joint ligament reconstruction
- W7482: Scaphoid lunate ligament reconstruction
- W0284: Total excision of trapezium and ligament reconstruction
- W0120: Pollicisation of finger for thumb reconstruction
- T6832: Second stage reconstruction of flexor of hand
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for triquetrolunate ligament reconstruction?
The procedure code is W7483: Triquetrolunate ligament reconstruction.
Which insurers list W7483?
W7483 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7483 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7483 cannot be billed together with 4 other codes, including W7484 (Reconstruction of three or more ligaments not elsewhere specified), W8700 (Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of joint, +/- biopsy (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral). See the full list above.
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