OPS-Code 5-182.3:
Operations on auricle and external auditory canal: Resection of the auricle: Total, histographically controlled (micrographic surgery)
Your outer ear has been surgically removed.
The outer ear (or auricle) is the external, visible part of the ear.
Surgery of this type may involve removing diseased tissue, for example. The tissue that was removed was examined closely under a microscope. This makes it possible to determine whether the diseased tissue has been completely removed.
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
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
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).