OPS-Code 5-183.0:
Operations on auricle and external auditory canal: Wound management in outer ear: Suture (after injury)
A wound on your ear was closed.
After an injury, certain wounds must be closed by a suture.
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).