OPS-Code 5-900.x8:
Surgical restoration and reconstruction of skin and hypoderm: Simple restoration of surface continuity of skin and hypoderm: Other: Forearm
A wound in your forearm has been closed.
Wounds may be closed with stitches, clips or special glue, 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).