5-794.3n:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a multiple fragment fracture in the joint area of a long bone: By fixed angle plate/condylar plate: Distal tibia
You broke your tibia and had an operation on it.
There are 2 bones in the lower leg, the tibia and the fibula. The tibia is on the inside of the leg. The fibula is on the outside of the leg. Both bones in the lower leg have an upper, middle and lower section. At their lower ends the tibia and fibula form the malleolus bones in the ankle. At the top of the ankle the lower ends of the tibia and fibula are connected to a bone at the back of the foot.
The lower end of your tibia is broken in more than one place.
You had an operation to bring the broken parts of your tibia back together and put them into their normal position. The break was stabilized using one or more plates.
The plate is angled or curved. One part sits on the long, straight section of the lower leg bone. The other part is angled or curved so that it can match the shape of the lower leg bone properly.
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.
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