W7486: Carpo-metacarpal joint 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 W7486
Neither code can be billed with the other
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (7)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7484: Reconstruction of three or more ligaments not elsewhere specified
- W8600: Therapeutic arthroscopy operation on cavity of joint (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W8830: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of wrist joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W9240: Examination/ manipulation of joint under general anaesthetic +/- injection +/- arthrogram (as sole procedure)
Related codes
- W7485: Small joint (e.g. interphalangeal/ metacarpo-phalangeal joint) ligament reconstruction
- W7483: Triquetrolunate ligament reconstruction
- W7482: Scaphoid lunate ligament reconstruction
- W0284: Total excision of trapezium and ligament reconstruction
- W0285: Trapezio-metacarpal joint surface replacement
- W0120: Pollicisation of finger for thumb reconstruction
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for carpo-metacarpal joint ligament reconstruction?
The procedure code is W7486: Carpo-metacarpal joint ligament reconstruction.
Which insurers list W7486?
W7486 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7486 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7486 cannot be billed together with 3 other codes, including W7484 (Reconstruction of three or more ligaments not elsewhere specified), W9040 (Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral), W9020 (Dynamic arthrogram of joint). 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