OPS-Code 5-931.0:
Information about the graft and the materials and osteosynthesis methods to be used: Type of cartilage substitute, bone substitute and osteosynthesis material used: Hypoallergenic material
During an operation on bone or cartilage, you had special synthetic material implanted.
This type of material is often used to treat or replace bone or cartilage. The material used in your case has been made so that your defense system will not react to it, if possible.
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).