OPS-Code 5-184.0:
Operations on auricle and external auditory canal: Plastic correction of protruding ears: By correction of the ear cartilage
Your ear was surgically pinned.
To angle the protruding ear closer to the head, the cartilage in the outer ear was reshaped.
The outer ear is the external, visible part of the ear. The internal structure of the outer ear is made of cartilage. This cartilage is covered by soft tissue, such as skin and a small amount of fat.
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).