OPS-Code 5-839.11:
Operations on the spine: Other operations on the spine: Implantation of an intervertebral disc endoprosthesis: 2 segments
During surgery, two artificial intervertebral discs were inserted into your spine.
The spine is made up of a number of vertebrae. Between the vertebrae are intervertebral discs.Intervertebral discs consist of cartilage and connective tissue. Intervertebral discs connect neighboring vertebrae to one another and absorb pressure and shocks.A diseased intervertebral can be replaced by an artificial one.
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).