W7714: Primary open or arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/SLAP/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.
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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 | Not listed | Not on the Bupa procedure list |
| AXA Health | Not listed | Not on the AXA Health procedure list |
| Vitality | Not listed | Not on the Vitality procedure list |
| WPA | Not listed | Not on the WPA procedure list |
Codes that can't be billed with W7714
Neither code can be billed with the other
- W7715: Coracoid bone block transfer for recurrent instability of shoulder (Bristow-Latarjet procedure)
- W7780: Revision stabilisation of shoulder joint
- W9040: Injection(s) +/- aspiration, into joint, cyst, bursa - unilateral
- W7713: Primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint +/- tendon repair
- W9020: Dynamic arthrogram of joint
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
- W7713: Primary stabilisation of multi-directional instability of shoulder joint +/- tendon repair
- W5000: Primary total shoulder replacement
- W8820: Diagnostic arthroscopic examination of shoulder joint, +/- biopsy (as sole procedure)
Frequently asked questions
What is the procedure code for primary open or arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/slap/tendon repair)?
The procedure code is W7714: Primary open or arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation procedure (including labral/SLAP/tendon repair).
Which insurers list W7714?
It is not on the Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and WPA procedure lists. Always confirm the code and cover with your insurer.
Can W7714 be billed with other procedures?
The coding rules say W7714 cannot be billed together with 5 other codes, including W7715 (Coracoid bone block transfer for recurrent instability of shoulder (Bristow-Latarjet procedure)), W7780 (Revision stabilisation of shoulder joint), 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