OPS-Code 5-788.53:
Operations on other bones: Operations on metatarsals and phalanges of the foot: Osteotomy: Os metatarsale II to V, 2 os metatarsalia
You had several metatarsal bones cut during your surgery.
The foot is made up of a lot of small bones and joints. The lower leg is connected to the tarsus. Then comes the metatarsus and then the individual toes.The metatarsus consists of 5 elongated metatarsal bones.
After bones have been cut, the bone pieces can be put back together in a slightly different position. This makes it possible to change the position of the bones, for example.
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).