OPS-Code 5-039.34:
Operations on spinal cord, spinal cord membranes and spinal canal: Other operations on spinal cord and spinal cord structures: Implant or replace a neurostimulation electrode for spinal cord stimulation: Implant or replace a permanent electrode for continuous epidural stimulation, percutaneous
Cables for a nerve pacemaker were replaced or newly inserted.
Nerves transmit information in the body. They use electrical impulses to do this.A pacemaker usually consists of a small device with a battery. The pacemaker can emit electrical impulses.
A nerve pacemaker is usually implanted under the skin. One or more cables conduct the electrical impulses from the pacemaker to a specific site in the body. In your case, the cables end in the area of your spinal cord.The spinal cord is located in the spinal column. The spinal cord is made up of nerve fibers. The brain uses the nerve fibers to exchange information with the organs, skin and muscles.
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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
Source
The explanation of the OPS code was provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).