OPS-Code 5-824:
Endoprosthetic joint and bone replacement: Implantation of an endoprosthesis in upper extremity joints
- 5-824.0 Partial prosthesis in the proximal area of the humerus
- 5-824.1 Glenoid prosthesis
- 5-824.2 Total endoprosthesis shoulder joint
- 5-824.3 Radial head prosthesis
- 5-824.4 Total endoprosthesis elbow joint, coupled
- 5-824.5 Total endoprosthesis elbow joint, uncoupled
- 5-824.6 Partial prosthesis in the distal area of the humerus
- 5-824.7 Ulnar head prosthesis
- 5-824.8 Wrist joint endoprosthesis
- 5-824.9 Finger joint endoprosthesis
- 5-824.a Thumb carpometacarpal joint endoprosthesis
- 5-824.x Other
- 5-824.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
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