OPS-Code 5-278.x:
Other operations on mouth and face: Resection of the cheek with plastic reconstruction: Other
- 5-278.x0 Reconstruction with regional pedicle flap
- 5-278.x1 Reconstruction with vascularized graft
- 5-278.x2 Reconstruction with a free microvascular anastomosis graft
- 5-278.x3 Reconstruction with distant pedicle flap
- 5-278.x4 Reconstruction with two free microvascular anastomosis grafts
- 5-278.x5 Reconstruction with a combination of pedicled and microvascular anastomosis flaps
- 5-278.xx Other
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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
Source
The explanations of ICD and OPS codes are provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).