5-059.88:
Other operations on nerves and nerve ganglia: Other operations on nerves and ganglia: Implant or replacement of neurostimulation electrodes for stimulating the peripheral nervous system: Implant or replacement of an electrode for stimulation with an extracorporeal neurostimulator, percutaneous
You have been given a nerve pacemaker. The nerve pacemaker or part of it has been implanted or replaced during an operation.
Nerves transmit information in the body. They use electrical impulses to do this. A nerve pacemaker usually consists of a device with one or more wires coming from it. The device generates electrical impulses and it is implanted beneath the skin or worn outside the body on a belt. The electrical impulses pass via one or more wires to the nerves that are to be treated.
Additional indicator
If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Further information
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).