OPS-Code 8-632.0:
Electrical stimulation of nervous system: Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS): Flat rate
Certain areas of your brain were stimulated with a magnet.
The brain is made up of several areas. For example, the cerebrum is used to think and plan actions. In the cerebellum, movements are initialized and coordinated. The brain stem is responsible for various unconscious tasks such as breathing. The brain stem passes into the spinal cord.
The brain consists of very many individual nerve cells. Many of the brain’s processes involve mild electrical currents flowing to the nerve cells.
The nerve cells in specific areas of the brain were externally stimulated during your treatment. The nerve cells were stimulated by placing a sort of magnet above your head from outside. The magnet generates a weak electrical charge in the surface of the brain. This electric current can stimulate nerve cells.
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).