OPS-Code
Further information
5-800.0q:
Open surgical and other joint operations: Open surgical operation on a joint: Arthrotomy: Metatarsophalangeal joint
You have had an operation that involved opening up one or more metatarsophalangeal joints via an incision in your skin.
The metatarsophalangeal joints are the joints between the metatarsal bones and the toe bones.
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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