OPS-Code 5-233.0:
Removal and restoration of teeth: Prosthetic tooth replacement: Crown
You had a dental prosthesis fitted in the form of a crown.
Every tooth consists of 3 sections: the crown, the tooth neck (cervix) and the tooth root. The crown is the visible part of the tooth. The tooth neck is covered by the gums. The tooth root keeps the tooth in the jawbone.
The function of a crown is to partially or completely replace the natural crown of the tooth. A crown may be made of metal, ceramic or plastic, for example. It is often placed on top of an existing tooth.
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).