OPS-Code 5-814.d:
Arthroscopic joint operations: Arthroscopic refixation and plasty of the capsular ligaments in the shoulder joint: Shrinkage of the shoulder joint capsule by energy sources
During surgery, your shoulder joint capsule was deliberately shrunk.
The shoulder joint is the joint between the shoulder blade and the humerus.Joints are encased in a joint capsule.To shrink the joint capsule, heat is applied, for example,
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
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).