5-795.y:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a simple fracture in small bones: Unspecified
One or more of your bones were broken and was straightened in an operation.
You had an operation to return the parts of the affected bones to their normal position and put them back together. The fracture sites can then be stabilized using special devices. To stabilize bones or parts of bones, various aids can be used. They can be made of metal or plastic, for example.
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).