OPS-Code 5-79b.2g:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a joint luxation: By plate: Hip joint
Your hip joint was surgically realigned and stabilized using assistive devices.
The hip joints are outside, to the side of the pelvis. They connect the pelvis to the thighbones. The hip joints enable the legs to be moved in different directions.
The bones of your hip joint were first returned to their correct position. Your hip joint was then stabilized using one or more plates.
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 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).