5-795.30:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a simple fracture in small bones: By plate: Clavicle
You broke your collarbone and had an operation on it.
The collarbone is a bone at the front of the ribcage. It runs from the ribcage to the shoulder and joins the shoulder blade at the shoulder.
You had an operation to bring the broken parts of your collarbone back together and put them into their normal position. The break was stabilized using a plate.
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
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