OPS-Code 5-039.e:
Operations on spinal cord, spinal cord membranes and spinal canal: Other operations on spinal cord and spinal cord structures: Implant or replacement of a neurostimulator for epidural spinal cord stimulation with implant or replacement of a neurostimulation electrode
- 5-039.e0 Single-channel stimulator, fully implantable, non-rechargeable
- 5-039.e1 Multi-channel stimulator, fully implantable, non-rechargeable
- 5-039.e2 Multi-channel stimulator, fully implantable, with rechargeable battery
- 5-039.e3 Multi-channel stimulator, fully implantable, with electromagnetic energy transfer, microwaves
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 explanations of ICD and OPS codes are provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).