OPS-Code 5-187.y:
Operations on auricle and external auditory canal: Plastic reconstruction of the entire auricle: Unspecified
Your outer ear was surgically reshaped.
The outer ear is the external, visible part of the ear. It consists of cartilage and is covered with skin. The role of the outer ear in hearing is to help us detect the direction from which a sound is coming.
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).