OPS-Code 5-496:
Operations on the anus: Reconstruction of the anus and the sphincter apparatus
- 5-496.0 Suture (after injury)
- 5-496.1 Cerclage
- 5-496.2 Sphincter myectomy
- 5-496.3 Sphincteroplasty
- 5-496.4 Dilation plasty
- 5-496.5 Graciloplasty
- 5-496.9 Implantation of an artificial anal sphincter
- 5-496.a Replacement of an artificial anal sphincter and its components
- 5-496.b Removal of an artificial anal sphincter
- 5-496.c Implantation, replacement or removal of self-expanding implants in the intersphincteric space
- 5-496.x Other
- 5-496.y Unspecified
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).