OPS-Code 5-789.3c:
Operations on other bones: Other operations on the bone: Inspection of osteosynthesis material without replacement of material: Phalanges of the hand
You had another operation on the phalanges of your hand. In the past, this area was stabilized with devices.
The hand is made up of a lot of small bones and joints. The hand can be divided into 3 sections. The wrist (carpus) is directly connected to the forearm. Then comes the metacarpus and then the individual fingers.The thumb consists of 2 finger bones. The other fingers consist of 3 finger bones.
To stabilize bones or parts of bones, various aids can be used. They can be made of metal or plastic, for example.During a repeat operation, the devices can be checked and if necessary reattached. However, your devices were not replaced.
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).