OPS-Code 5-376.94:
Rhythm surgery and other operations on heart and pericardium: Implantation and removal of a heart assist system, open surgical: Permanent implantable extra-aortic heart assist system: Removal
During an operation in the past you were given a device that was intended to assist your heart for a long time.
A device like this helps the heart to pump blood around the body. You have now had the device removed.
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).