OPS-Code 5-829.j0:
Endoprosthetic joint and bone replacement: Other joint plasty interventions: Use of layered endoprostheses or layered spacers: With drug coating
Coated material was used during your joint surgery.
The material was coated with a medication. The medications used for this purpose include those that kill pathogens.
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).