W7713: Primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint
Primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint +/- tendon repair
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 W7713
Neither code can be billed with the other
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
- W7715: Coracoid bone block transfer for recurrent instability of shoulder (Bristow-Latarjet procedure)
- W7780: Revision stabilisation of shoulder joint
- W8600: Therapeutic arthroscopy operation on cavity of joint (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- W8603: Therapeutic arthroscopy of shoulder (as sole procedure)
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
W7713 can't be billed with
AXA Health also lists these codes as unacceptable combinations (15)
- W7712: Stabilisation of unidirectional instability of shoulder joint (including anterior, posterior and arthroscopic)
- W8820: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of shoulder joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W8600: Therapeutic arthroscopy operation on cavity of joint (not otherwise specified) (as sole procedure)
- T6450: Tenodesis of biceps tendon (as sole procedure)
- T6580: Tendon graft, or tendon transfer (as sole procedure, not otherwise specified)
- A7350: Local anaesthetic blockade of named major nerve or plexus
- W7780: Revision stabilisation of shoulder joint
- W7715: Coracoid bone block transfer for recurrent instability of shoulder (Bristow-Latarjet procedure)
- W9030: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa with image guidance - unilateral
- W7760: Labral Repair (shoulder stabilisation)
- W9112: Manipulation of joint (including intra-articular injection) for Frozen Shoulder" (as sole procedure)"
- W8603: Therapeutic arthroscopy of shoulder (as sole procedure)
- S4230: Secondary suture of skin
Related codes
- W7719: Primary open shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/SLAP/tendon repair)
- W7718: Primary arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/SLAP/tendon repair)
- W7780: Revision stabilisation of shoulder joint
- W5000: Primary total shoulder replacement
- W6012: Primary arthrodesis of joint +/- graft & +/- internal fixation - shoulder
- W7715: Coracoid bone block transfer for recurrent instability of shoulder (Bristow-Latarjet procedure)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint?
The procedure code is W7713: Primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint +/- tendon repair.
Which insurers list W7713?
W7713 is listed by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7713 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7713 cannot be billed together with 8 other codes, including S4230 (Secondary suture of skin), W7715 (Coracoid bone block transfer for recurrent instability of shoulder (Bristow-Latarjet procedure)), W7780 (Revision stabilisation of shoulder 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