OPS-Code 8-192.1x:
Dressings and removal of diseased tissue on epidermis and hypodermis: Removal of diseased tissue on epidermis and hypodermis without anesthesia (during a dressing change) where wound is present: Large surface area: Other
Pathologically changed skin tissue has been removed from a wound.
A large area of the changed skin tissue from the wound was removed while the dressing was being changed.
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).