OPS-Code 1-483.x:
Biopsy without incision on bones and joints: Percutaneous (needle) biopsy of joints and bursae: Other
Tissue samples were taken from one of your joints or one of your bursas using a needle.
A bursa is a cushion of connective tissue filled with fluid. For example, there is a bursa beneath tendons or between bones and skin. The bursa prevents the tissue from rubbing together. A bursa also enables pressure to be distributed better.
The tissue samples were taken using a needle. This needle was inserted through your skin into the relevant joint.
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).