OPS-Code 5-029.1x:

Other operations on skull, brain and meninges: Other operations on skull, brain and meninges: Implant or replace an intracranial measuring sensor: Other

You have had a measuring sensor implanted in your skull or a measuring sensor replaced in your skull.

The brain is surrounded by a protective shell of bone, known as the skull or cranium.

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
Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

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).