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It's two totally different procedures... Not sure what you mean, are you asking about bundling? The difference is 23412 is open rotator cuff repair for a chronic tear while 23130 is partial acromioplasty.
However, these are done concurrently almost every time. It's the same idea as 29827/29826 via scope. If you don't have a coding program you can check edits with a tool like this: https://www.cgsmedicare.com/medicare_dynamic/j15/ptpb/ptp/ptp.aspx or go to the CMS NCCI page: https://www.cms.gov/medicare-medicaid-coordination/national-correct-coding-initiative-ncci

I believe there are CPT assistant articles you can also check.

Many payers won't allow the SAD. Example: https://guidelines.carelonmedicalbenefitsmanagement.com/joint-surgery-2022-09-11/

Subacromial impingement syndrome: Subacromial decompression/acromioplasty is considered not medically necessary for all indications.​

 
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