5-800.03:

Open surgical and other joint operations: Open surgical operation on a joint: Arthrotomy: Sternoclavicular joint

You have had an operation that involved opening up the joint between your sternum and your collarbone via an incision in your skin.

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).