OPS-Code 5-73:
Other operations for induction of labor and during birth
- 5-730 Artificial rupture of amniotic sac [amniotomy]
- 5-731 Other surgical induction of labor
- 5-732 Internal and combined rotation without and with extraction
- 5-733 Failed vaginal surgical delivery
- 5-734 Surgical measures on the fetus to facilitate birth
- 5-738 Episiotomy and suture
- 5-739 Other operations to assist the birth
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).