OPS-Code 1-480.0:
Biopsy without incision on bones and joints: Percutaneous (needle) biopsy of bones: Scapula, clavicle, ribs and sternum
Tissue samples have been taken from a bone in your ribcage or shoulder.
The bones include, for example, the shoulder blade, the collarbone, the sternum and the ribs.
The tissue samples were taken using a needle. This needle was inserted through your skin into the relevant bones.
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).