OPS-Code 5-208.x:
Other operations on middle and inner ear: Incision [opening] and destruction [elimination] of the inner ear: Other
Your inner ear function was partially or completely disabled.
The ear is a sensory organ that is used to hear and to maintain one’s balance. There are 3 different areas in the ear: the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear.The inner ear contains the organs of hearing and balance.
In order to disable inner ear function, the inner ear can be destroyed or removed, for example. Specific instruments, drugs or liquids that are toxic to the ear may be used for this purpose.
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).