OPS-Code 5-788.0b:

Operations on other bones: Operations on metatarsals and phalanges of the foot: Resection (exostosis): Digitus II to V, 1 phalanx

During surgery, a bony protrusion was removed from a toe.

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 big toe consists of 2 toe bones. The other toes consist of 3 toe bones.The removed bony protrusion was made up of excess bone tissue.

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).