Medizinische Klinik II

Treatments according to OPS

Service Number of cases OPS key Info
Computer-assisted analysis of the images with 3D-analysis 2.682 3-990
Examination of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum by endoscopy 2.519 1-632.0
Computed tomography of the abdomen with contrast medium 1.196 3-225
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the upper digestive tract, biliary tract or the pancreas by endoscopy 1.002 1-440.a
Computed tomography of the chest with contrast medium 879 3-222
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the upper digestive tract, biliary tract or the pancreas by endoscopy 680 1-440.9
Examination of the large intestine by endoscopy - colonoscopy 653 1-650.2
Examination of the large intestine by endoscopy - colonoscopy 639 1-650.1
608 9-984.7
Computed tomography of the pelvis with contrast medium 529 3-226
Radiotherapy with high-energy beams for cancer - high voltage radiotherapy 524 8-522.90
Computed tomography (CT) of the head without contrast medium 502 3-200
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 480 8-800.c0
Radiotherapy with high-energy beams for cancer - high voltage radiotherapy 433 8-522.91
390 9-984.8
Ultrasound the pancreas with access through the oesophagus 388 3-056
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 371 5-452.60
Ultrasound of the biliary tract with access through the oesophagus 357 3-055.0
Special staining of the lining (mucosa) of the oesophagus and stomach during endoscopy 340 1-63b
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdominal cavity without contrast medium 275 3-804
267 9-984.6
Examination of the large intestine by endoscopy - colonoscopy 265 1-650.0
Other operations on the intestine 237 5-469.d3
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the lower digestive tract by endoscopy 220 1-444.6
Examination of the biliary tract by X-ray examination with contrast medium during endoscopy of the duodenum 220 1-640
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the lower digestive tract by endoscopy 216 1-444.7
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 215 5-513.k
Other operations on the intestine 212 5-469.e3
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdominal cavity with contrast medium 210 3-825
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 208 5-452.61
197 9-984.9
Injection or administration of medicines into the urinary bladder 187 8-132.x
Intensive care monitoring of respiration, the heart and the circulation without measurement of the pressure in the pulmonary artery and in the right atrium of the heart 170 8-930
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head without contrast medium 155 3-800
Ultrasound of the stomach with access through the oesophagus 152 3-053
Computed tomography (CT) of the spine and the spinal cord without contrast medium 147 3-203
Computed tomography (CT) of the abdomen without contrast medium 146 3-207
Injection or administration of medicines into the urinary bladder 142 8-132.1
134 9-984.b
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 127 5-513.20
Examination of nerve conduction - ENG 126 1-206
Dressings for large areas of skin or serious skin diseases 124 8-191.5
Dressings for large areas of skin or serious skin diseases 124 8-191.x
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head with contrast medium 118 3-820
Procedure for dialysing the blood outside the body with removal of the poison over a concentration gradient - dialysis 111 8-854.2
Ultrasound of the duodenum with access through the oesophagus 107 3-054
Computed tomography (CT) of the chest without contrast medium 106 3-202
Treatment by the targeted insertion of a needle into the abdominal cavity with subsequent administration or removal of substances, e.g. fluid 105 8-153
Computed tomography (CT) of the pelvis without contrast medium 103 3-206
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the bone marrow without surgical incision 101 1-424
Others therapeutic procedures to influence the immune system 100 8-547.0
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 99 5-513.p
Examination of the abdominal cavity by taking a sample of fluid or tissue with a needle 98 1-853.2
Measurement of lung function in an airtight cabin - whole body plethysmography 89 1-710
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 87 5-513.1
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spine and spinal cord without contrast medium 84 3-802
Making or modifying a device for radiotherapy 83 8-527.8
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 80 5-513.f0
77 9-984.a
Complex differential diagnostic sonography using Tissue Doppler Imaging [TDI] and deformation analysis of tissue [speckle tracking] 76 3-034
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 73 5-513.b
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the liver, biliary tract or the pancreas through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound 70 1-442.0
Analysis of the amount of carbon monoxide taken in and given off by the lungs 68 1-711
Measurement of the air remaining in the lungs after normal expiration, using the helium dilution method 68 1-713
Measurement of the brain waves - EEG 67 1-207.0
Measurement of the electrical activity of the heart without a tube (catheter) inserted into the heart via an artery 63 1-266.0
Other computed tomography (CT) without contrast medium 63 3-20x
62 8-831.00
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter into another organ or tissue for the drainage of fluid 60 8-148.0
Treatment by the targeted insertion of a needle into the chest with subsequent administration or removal of substances, e.g. fluid 60 8-152.1
Examination of the small intestine by swallowing a capsule containing a camera 58 1-63a
Examination of the space between the lungs and ribs by taking a sample of fluid or tissue with a needle 58 1-844
Ultrasound of the heart (echocardiography) through the oesophagus - TEE 57 3-052
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spine and spinal cord with contrast medium 57 3-823
Examination of the biliary tract and pancreatic ducts by X-ray examination with contrast medium during endoscopy of the duodenum 55 1-642
Checking the settings before the start of a radiotherapy session 55 8-528.6
Making or modifying a device for radiotherapy 52 8-527.0
Computed tomography of the neck with contrast medium 51 3-221
Other operations on the stomach 51 5-449.d3
49 8-98g.10
Ultrasound of the oesophagus with access through the mouth 48 3-051
Radiotherapy with high-energy beams for cancer - high voltage radiotherapy 48 8-522.d0
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the blood vessels apart from main arteries and veins without contrast medium 46 3-808
Blood purification outside the body through a combination of haemofiltration and dialysis 45 8-855.3
45 8-98f.0
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 44 5-513.h0
Planning radiotherapy for irradiation through the skin or at a localised site 44 8-529.3
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the upper digestive tract, biliary tract or the pancreas by endoscopy 43 1-440.6
Examination of the anus and rectum by endoscopy 43 1-653
Dressings for large areas of skin or serious skin diseases 41 8-191.00
Cancer treatment for one or more days with chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein or beneath the skin 40 8-542.12
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 39 5-513.30
Radio-controlled cardiological telemetry 39 8-933
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 38 5-513.32
Injection or administration of medicines into the urinary bladder 38 8-132.0
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 37 5-452.62
Radiotherapy with high-energy beams for cancer - high voltage radiotherapy 36 8-522.d1
36 8-98g.11
Other operations on blood vessels 35 5-399.5
34 1-313.10
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the biliary tract and pancreatic ducts with contrast medium 34 3-843.0
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein 32 8-543.13
Cancer treatment for one or more days with chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein or beneath the skin 31 8-542.11
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the upper digestive tract with a fine needle under ultrasound guidance 30 1-445
Examination of the oesophagus by endoscopy 30 1-630.0
Other operations on the stomach 30 5-449.e3
Other examination by taking a sample of fluid or tissue with a needle 29 1-859.x
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the pelvis with contrast medium 29 3-82a
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 28 5-513.21
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the stomach 27 5-433.52
Instillation into a body cavity and locally restricted treatment with chemotherapy drugs or agents that influence the immune system 27 8-541.6
Treatment of a vessel with access via a tube (catheter) 27 8-836.9a
Additional information on materials used 27 8-83b.25
Examination of the rectum by endoscopy 26 1-654.1
Computed tomography of the head with contrast medium 26 3-220
X-rays of the arteries in the abdomen with contrast medium 26 3-604
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 26 8-800.c1
Other operations on the oesophagus 24 5-429.8
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 24 8-800.g0
Imaging procedure to show the musculoskeletal system using nuclear radiation (scintigraphy) 23 3-705.0
Surgical removal of the gall bladder 23 5-511.11
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein 22 8-543.22
Additional information on materials used 22 8-83b.c6
X-rays of the breast 21 3-100.0
Other operations on the oesophagus 21 5-429.a
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 21 5-513.m0
Operation on the pancreatic duct during gastroscopy 21 5-526.e1
Making or modifying a device for radiotherapy 21 8-527.1
Examination of the S-shaped part of the large intestine (sigmoid colon) by endoscopy 20 1-651
Measurement of the electrical activity of the heart without a tube (catheter) inserted into the heart via an artery 19 1-266.1
Examination of the small intestine below the duodenum by endoscopy 19 1-636.0
Examination of the urethra and the urinary bladder by endoscopy 19 1-661
X-rays of the kidney and urinary tract with contrast medium 19 3-13d.5
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 19 5-513.31
Measurement of brain waves triggered by targeted stimuli (evoked potentials) 18 1-208.2
Examination of the oesophagus and the stomach by endoscopy 18 1-631.0
Examination of the bronchi by taking a sample of fluid or tissue with a needle 18 1-843
X-rays of the oesophagus with contrast medium 18 3-137
Computed tomography (CT) of the blood vessels other than the main arteries and veins near the heart with contrast medium 18 3-228
Other operations on the oesophagus 18 5-429.j1
Transfusion of other plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins 18 8-812.60
Examination of the trachea and the bronchi by endoscopy 17 1-620.01
Examination of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum by endoscopy 17 1-632.1
X-rays of small arteries with contrast medium 17 3-608
Imaging procedure to show the thyroid gland by means of radioactivity (scintigraphy) 17 3-701
17 8-831.02
16 1-999.40
16 8-98g.12
Computed tomography (CT) of the musculoskeletal system without contrast medium 15 3-205
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 15 5-513.22
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 15 5-513.f1
14 6-009.p6
14 8-831.04
Examination of the cerebrospinal fluid spaces 13 1-204.2
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the pancreas with a fine needle under ultrasound guidance 13 1-447
Examination of the duodenum by endoscopy 13 1-635.0
Examination of the abdominal cavity or its organs by endoscopy 13 1-694
Insertion, exchange or removal of a ureteral stent 13 8-137.00
13 8-98f.10
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the respiratory tract by endoscopy 12 1-430.10
Examination of the trachea and the bronchi by endoscopy 12 1-620.00
Ultrasound of the rectum, with access through the anus 12 3-058
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the stomach 12 5-433.21
Removal of a foreign body by endoscopy 12 8-100.8
Treatment of cardiac arrhythmias with electric shocks - defibrillation 12 8-640.0
Examination of the left side of the heart with a tube (catheter) inserted into the heart via an artery 11 1-275.0
Other special procedure with the help of computed tomography (CT) 11 3-24x
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the musculoskeletal system without contrast medium 11 3-806
Planning radiotherapy for irradiation through the skin or at a localised site 11 8-529.8
Comprehensive ultrasound examination with contrast medium for investigating and excluding suspected diagnoses 10 3-030
Imaging procedure to show the lungs by means of radioactivity (scintigraphy) 10 3-703.0
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the biliary tract and pancreatic ducts with contrast medium 10 3-843.1
Other operations on the oesophagus 10 5-429.e
Other operations on the intestine 10 5-469.21
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 10 5-513.n0
Operation on the pancreatic duct during gastroscopy 10 5-526.b
Operation using lasers 10 5-985.0
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter into the space between the lungs and ribs for the drainage of fluid 10 8-144.2
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein 10 8-543.23
Use of a face, nasal, or laryngeal mask for mechanical ventilation 10 8-706
Investigation of the activity of the heart and lungs during sleep 9 1-791
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 9 5-452.a0
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy 9 5-513.c
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list 9 6-001.h5
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter into the space between the lungs and ribs for the drainage of fluid 9 8-144.1
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 9 8-800.g1
Examination of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum by endoscopy 8 1-632.x
Comprehensive ultrasound examination of the heart (echocardiography) by attaching the ultrasound transponder to the chest wall (transthoracic) during physical exercise 8 3-031
Other operations on the oesophagus 8 5-429.d
Other operations on the intestine 8 5-469.20
Other operations on the intestine 8 5-469.h3
Exchange or removal of a urinary catheter through the abdominal wall 8 8-133.0
8 8-831.03
8 8-98f.11
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound 7 1-494.4
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the pelvis without contrast medium 7 3-805
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the musculoskeletal system with contrast medium 7 3-826
Measurement of the mineral content of the bone - bone density measurement 7 3-900
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the small intestine 7 5-451.92
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 7 5-452.63
Insertion of a tube into the trachea for ventilation - intubation 7 8-701
Patient education 7 9-500.0
Measurement of brain waves triggered by targeted stimuli (evoked potentials) 6 1-208.4
Other examination of the function of the nervous system 6 1-20a.31
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound 6 1-494.31
Examination of the ureter by endoscopy 6 1-665
X-rays of the arteries in the pelvis with contrast medium 6 3-605
Other operations on the oesophagus 6 5-429.7
Other operations on the intestine 6 5-469.j3
Other operations on the biliary tract 6 5-514.m3
Operation on the pancreatic duct during gastroscopy 6 5-526.1
6 6-00b.79
Exchange or removal of a feeding tube inserted into the stomach through the skin 6 8-123.1
Treatment by specific positioning of the patient in bed, e.g. positioning in a sling table or special bed 6 8-390.x
6 8-523.12
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein 6 8-543.32
Comprehensive pain control for acute pain 6 8-919
Pressure measurement in the rectum and anus 5 1-315
Measurement of oesophageal acidity 5 1-316.11
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the respiratory tract by endoscopy 5 1-430.1x
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the respiratory tract through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound 5 1-432.01
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other digestive organs without surgical incision 5 1-449.0
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound 5 1-494.5
Examination of the intestines by endoscopy via an artificial bowel opening (ostomy) 5 1-652.1
Examination of the liver by taking a sample of fluid or tissue with a needle 5 1-845
X-rays of the kidney and urinary tract with contrast medium 5 3-13d.6
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spinal canal with contrast medium 5 3-841
Surgical removal of the small intestine 5 5-454.10
Surgical removal of the small intestine 5 5-454.20
Other operations on the intestine 5 5-469.s3
Other operations on the intestine 5 5-469.t3
Surgical removal of the appendix - appendicectomy 5 5-470.11
Surgical opening of the abdominal cavity or tissue lying behind (retroperitoneum) 5 5-541.1
Surgical creation of a connection between the urinary bladder and skin of the abdomen for artificial urinary drainage 5 5-572.1
Temporary covering of soft tissue injuries with skin or artificial skin 5 5-916.a1
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list 5 6-002.52
Administration of medicines according to List 5 of the Catalogue of Procedures 5 6-005.d0
5 6-008.m6
Instillation into a body cavity and locally restricted treatment with chemotherapy drugs or agents that influence the immune system 5 8-541.0
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein 5 8-543.42
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 5 8-800.g3
Transfusion of blood plasma or plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins 5 8-810.w4
Additional information on materials used 5 8-83b.c4
Anaesthesia with administration of an anaesthetic into a vein 5 8-900
5 8-981.30
Measurement of oesophageal acidity 4 1-316.10
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues with a needle 4 1-493.31
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the liver through a surgical incision 4 1-551.1
Examination of the oesophagus by endoscopy 4 1-630.x
Examination of the oesophagus and the stomach by endoscopy 4 1-631.1
Diagnostic endoscopy of the bile and pancreatic ducts in case of anatomical peculiarity 4 1-646
Examination of the intestines by endoscopy via an artificial bowel opening (ostomy) 4 1-652.0
X-rays of the arteries in the legs with contrast medium 4 3-607
Imaging procedure to show other hormone-producing organs by means of radioactivity (scintigraphy) 4 3-702.0
Other operations on blood vessels 4 5-399.7
4 5-431.24
Other operations on the stomach 4 5-449.s3
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the small intestine 4 5-451.70
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the small intestine 4 5-451.x2
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 4 5-452.65
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine 4 5-452.82
Other operations on the intestine 4 5-469.03
Other operations on the intestine 4 5-469.k3
Surgical removal of the ovary and the fallopian tube 4 5-653.32
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list 4 6-001.h4
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list 4 6-002.91
4 8-713.0
Cardiac or cardiopulmonary resuscitation 4 8-771
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 4 8-800.f0
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient 4 8-800.g2
4 8-98f.20
4 8-98g.14
Examination of the cerebrospinal fluid spaces not specified 1-204.1
Examination of the cerebrospinal fluid spaces not specified 1-204.5
Measurement of the electrical activity of the muscles - EMG not specified 1-205
Measurement of brain waves triggered by targeted stimuli (evoked potentials) not specified 1-208.6
Examination of the left side of the heart with a tube (catheter) inserted into the heart via an artery not specified 1-275.2
Examination of the left side of the heart with a tube (catheter) inserted into the heart via an artery not specified 1-275.5
Other investigations of the heart or blood vessels by means of a tube (catheter) not specified 1-279.0
Other investigations of the heart or blood vessels by means of a tube (catheter) not specified 1-279.1
Other investigations of the heart or blood vessels by means of a tube (catheter) not specified 1-279.a
not specified 1-313.0
not specified 1-313.11
not specified 1-313.x
Measurement of oesophageal acidity not specified 1-316.0
Measurement of gastric acidity not specified 1-317.1
Removal of a tissue sample (biopsy) from hormone-producing organs under ultrasound guidance not specified 1-408.0
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland with a needle through the skin not specified 1-425.1
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland with a needle through the skin not specified 1-425.2
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland with a needle through the skin not specified 1-425.3
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland with a needle through the skin not specified 1-425.7
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-426.1
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-426.2
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-426.3
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-426.7
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes, spleen or thymus gland through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-426.x
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the respiratory tract by endoscopy not specified 1-430.30
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the respiratory tract with a needle through the skin not specified 1-431.1
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the respiratory tract through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-432.1
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the upper digestive tract, biliary tract or the pancreas by endoscopy not specified 1-440.7
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the liver, biliary tract or the pancreas with a needle through the skin not specified 1-441.0
not specified 1-448.0
not specified 1-448.1
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other digestive organs without surgical incision not specified 1-449.x
not specified 1-465.90
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of bone with a needle not specified 1-480.4
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of bone without surgical incision, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-481.4
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of bone without surgical incision, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-481.5
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of skin or subcutaneous tissues without surgical incision not specified 1-490.5
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of skin or subcutaneous tissues without surgical incision not specified 1-490.6
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of muscle or soft tissue with a needle not specified 1-491.4
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of muscle or soft tissue through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-492.4
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues with a needle not specified 1-493.2
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-494.6
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of other organs or tissues through the skin, guided by imaging procedures such as ultrasound not specified 1-494.8
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of the liver through a surgical incision not specified 1-551.0
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes through a surgical incision not specified 1-586.3
Taking a tissue sample (biopsy) of lymph nodes through a surgical incision not specified 1-586.6
Evaluation of swallowing with the help of a tube-shaped instrument with a camera mounted at the end (endoscope) not specified 1-613
Examination of the oesophagus and the stomach by endoscopy not specified 1-631.x
Examination of the duodenum by endoscopy not specified 1-635.1
Examination of the small intestine below the duodenum by endoscopy not specified 1-636.1
Examination of the pancreatic ducts by X-ray examination with contrast medium during endoscopy of the duodenum not specified 1-641
Examination of the biliary tract with direct endoscopy - POCS not specified 1-643.2
Examination of the biliary tract with direct endoscopy - POCS not specified 1-643.3
Access to the ducts of the gallbladder and pancreas via endoscopy of the duodenum not specified 1-645
Special staining of the lining (mucosa) of the small and large intestine and the anal mucosa during endoscopy not specified 1-655
Examination of the colon by swallowing a camera inserted in a capsule not specified 1-656
Examination of an artificial urinary tract by endoscopy not specified 1-666.2
Examination of a joint by endoscopy not specified 1-697.8
Measurement of the composition of respired air at rest and on physical exercise not specified 1-712
Six-minute walk test (as described by Guyatt) not specified 1-715
Examination of a joint or of a bursa by taking a sample of fluid or tissue with a needle not specified 1-854.6
Comprehensive examination of blood cancer not specified 1-941.0
Additional information for investigations not specified 1-999.2x
not specified 1-999.42
Ultrasound of the tissue behind the abdominal cavity with access through the oesophagus not specified 3-05a
Ultrasound of the male reproductive organs with access through the urethra or anus not specified 3-05c.0
X-rays of the small intestine with contrast medium enema not specified 3-139
Computed tomography (CT) of the neck without contrast medium not specified 3-201
Computed tomography (CT) of the heart without contrast medium not specified 3-204
Computed tomography (CT) of the spine and the spinal cord with contrast medium not specified 3-223
Computed tomography of the heart with contrast medium not specified 3-224.0
Other computed tomography (CT) with contrast medium not specified 3-22x
X-rays of the arteries in the head with contrast medium not specified 3-600
X-rays of the arteries of the neck with contrast medium not specified 3-601
X-rays of the arteries in the arms with contrast medium not specified 3-606
Imaging procedure to show the kidneys by means of radioactivity (scintigraphy) not specified 3-706.1
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the neck without contrast medium not specified 3-801
Magnetic resonance imaging of the chest without contrast medium (MRI) not specified 3-809
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the neck with contrast medium not specified 3-821
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the chest with contrast medium not specified 3-822
Image fusion from different imaging sources on a computer not specified 3-997
Surgical opening of the top of the skull not specified 5-010.2
Surgical incision of the brain or meninges not specified 5-013.1
Surgical incision into the cerebrospinal fluid spaces not specified 5-022.00
Surgical incision into the cerebrospinal fluid spaces not specified 5-022.10
Operation to divide adhesions around a nerve or to relieve pressure on the nerve or to abolish the nerve function not specified 5-056.8
Surgical removal of half of the thyroid gland not specified 5-061.2
Partial surgical removal of the parathyroid glands not specified 5-066.0
Other operations on the thyroid gland or parathyroid glands not specified 5-069.41
Tooth extraction not specified 5-230.0
Other operations on the larynx or trachea not specified 5-319.11
Surgical removal of lung tissue, without taking the anatomical divisions of the lungs into account not specified 5-322.g1
Surgical removal of the pleura not specified 5-344.10
Other operations on the chest not specified 5-349.7
Insertion of a cardiac pacemaker or of a defibrillator not specified 5-377.1
Surgical opening of the blood vessels or removal of a blood clot not specified 5-380.70
Surgical opening of the blood vessels or removal of a blood clot not specified 5-380.71
Surgical opening of the blood vessels or removal of a blood clot not specified 5-380.72
Surgical removal of a blood clot including the adjacent inner wall of an artery not specified 5-381.54
Surgical removal of a blood clot including the adjacent inner wall of an artery not specified 5-381.70
Resection and replacement of (parts of) blood vessels not specified 5-383.70
Surgical suture of blood vessels not specified 5-388.70
Creating another connection between blood vessels (shunt) or inserting a bypass graft not specified 5-393.42
Surgical closure of a hole in the blood vessel wall with a skin or synthetic flap not specified 5-395.70
Other operations on blood vessels not specified 5-399.6
Surgical removal of individual lymph nodes or lymphatic vessels not specified 5-401.00
Surgical removal of individual lymph nodes or lymphatic vessels not specified 5-401.50
Surgical removal of individual lymph nodes or lymphatic vessels not specified 5-401.b
Surgical removal of individual lymph nodes or lymphatic vessels not specified 5-401.j
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the oesophagus not specified 5-422.21
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the oesophagus not specified 5-422.22
Other operations on the oesophagus not specified 5-429.5
Other operations on the oesophagus not specified 5-429.j2
Other operations on the oesophagus not specified 5-429.u
not specified 5-429.v0
Surgical insertion of a tube into the stomach through the abdominal wall for artificial feeding not specified 5-431.0
not specified 5-431.22
not specified 5-431.28
Surgical insertion of a tube into the stomach through the abdominal wall for artificial feeding not specified 5-431.2x
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the stomach not specified 5-433.20
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the stomach not specified 5-433.22
Complete surgical removal of the stomach - gastrectomy not specified 5-437.33
Other operations on the stomach not specified 5-449.73
Other operations on the stomach not specified 5-449.h3
Other operations on the stomach not specified 5-449.t3
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the small intestine not specified 5-451.1
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the small intestine not specified 5-451.71
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the small intestine not specified 5-451.72
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine not specified 5-452.92
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the large intestine not specified 5-452.a1
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.21
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.27
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.31
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.41
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.72
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.75
Surgical removal of parts of the large intestine not specified 5-455.77
Operation to bypass the normal intestinal channels not specified 5-459.2
Creation of an artificial bowel opening (ostomy) with a single stoma, as a standalone operation not specified 5-461.31
Creation of an artificial bowel opening (ostomy), as a protective measure during another operation not specified 5-462.5
Other reconstructive operations on the intestine not specified 5-467.00
Other reconstructive operations on the intestine not specified 5-467.03
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.00
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.10
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.11
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.22
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.80
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.b3
Other operations on the intestine not specified 5-469.n3
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the rectum with access through the anus not specified 5-482.1x
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the rectum with access through the anus not specified 5-482.51
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the rectum with access through the anus not specified 5-482.81
Surgical removal of the rectum (resection of the rectum) maintaining the anal sphincter not specified 5-484.35
Other operations on the rectum not specified 5-489.2
not specified 5-489.k0
Surgical incision into or removal of tissue from the anus not specified 5-490.0
Surgical treatment of abnormal passages in the region of the anus (anal fistula) not specified 5-491.12
Surgical treatment of abnormal passages in the region of the anus (anal fistula) not specified 5-491.14
Surgical treatment of abnormal passages in the region of the anus (anal fistula) not specified 5-491.2
not specified 5-493.00
not specified 5-493.01
Other operations on the anus not specified 5-499.0
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the liver not specified 5-501.21
Reconstructive operations on the liver not specified 5-505.0
Reconstructive operations on the liver not specified 5-505.1
Surgical removal of the gall bladder not specified 5-511.01
Surgical removal of the gall bladder not specified 5-511.21
Surgical removal of the gall bladder not specified 5-511.3
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy not specified 5-513.d
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy not specified 5-513.h1
Operation on the biliary tract during gastroscopy not specified 5-513.q0
not specified 5-513.t
Other operations on the biliary tract not specified 5-514.00
Other operations on the biliary tract not specified 5-514.53
Other operations on the biliary tract not specified 5-514.n3
Surgical incision into the pancreas not specified 5-520.1
Operation on the pancreatic duct during gastroscopy not specified 5-526.22
Operation on the pancreatic duct during gastroscopy not specified 5-526.5
Operation on the pancreatic duct during gastroscopy not specified 5-526.c
Other operations on the pancreas or the pancreatic duct not specified 5-529.n4
Surgical repair of an inguinal hernia not specified 5-530.33
Surgical repair of a umbilical hernia not specified 5-534.03
Surgical repair of a incisional hernia not specified 5-536.45
Surgical opening of the abdominal cavity or tissue lying behind (retroperitoneum) not specified 5-541.0
Surgical removal or destruction of tissue in the abdominal cavity not specified 5-543.0
Surgical removal or destruction of tissue in the abdominal cavity not specified 5-543.21
Surgical removal or destruction of tissue in the abdominal cavity not specified 5-543.42
Surgical removal or destruction of tissue in the abdominal cavity not specified 5-543.x
not specified 5-549.40
not specified 5-549.41
Other abdominal operations not specified 5-549.5
Surgical incision into a kidney, insertion of a tube to drain urine from the kidney, removal of a stone (calculus) through a surgical incision, dilatation of the renal pelvis or removal of a stone by endoscopy not specified 5-550.1
Surgical incision into a kidney, insertion of a tube to drain urine from the kidney, removal of a stone (calculus) through a surgical incision, dilatation of the renal pelvis or removal of a stone by endoscopy not specified 5-550.21
Surgical incision into a kidney, insertion of a tube to drain urine from the kidney, removal of a stone (calculus) through a surgical incision, dilatation of the renal pelvis or removal of a stone by endoscopy not specified 5-550.6
Surgical incision into the ureter or removal of a stone during an open operation or endoscopy not specified 5-562.4
Surgical incision into the ureter or removal of a stone during an open operation or endoscopy not specified 5-562.5
Surgical incision into the ureter or removal of a stone during an open operation or endoscopy not specified 5-562.8
Removal of stones, foreign bodies or collections of blood from the bladder by endoscopy not specified 5-570.4
Surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the testicles not specified 5-621
Surgical removal of the ovary and the fallopian tube not specified 5-653.30
Surgical removal of a fallopian tube not specified 5-661.62
Almost complete surgical removal of the womb (uterus) not specified 5-682.00
Other surgical removal or destruction of diseased tissue in the external female reproductive organs not specified 5-712.0
Surgical incision into bony tissue because of sterile or infected contaminated bone disease not specified 5-780.6w
Reduction of a fracture or a separated growth cartilage (epiphyseal cartilage) and external fixation of the bone fragments using devices such as screws or plates not specified 5-790.32
Reduction of a fracture or a separated growth cartilage (epiphyseal cartilage) and external fixation of the bone fragments using devices such as screws or plates not specified 5-790.4h
Surgical reduction of a simple fracture in the joint region of a long bone not specified 5-793.kr
Surgical reduction of a compound fracture of a small bone not specified 5-796.1w
Open surgical procedure on a joint not specified 5-800.0k
Open surgical procedure on a joint not specified 5-800.8k
Reconstructive operations on the tendons or ligaments of the shoulder joint not specified 5-805.7
Division of muscles, tendons or their connective tissue sheaths not specified 5-851.69
Surgical amputation of part of the leg or the whole leg not specified 5-864.a
Surgical amputation of part of the foot or the whole foot not specified 5-865.8
Other surgical incision into the skin or subcutaneous tissues not specified 5-892.07
Other surgical incision into the skin or subcutaneous tissues not specified 5-892.0c
Other surgical incision into the skin or subcutaneous tissues not specified 5-892.0e
Surgical removal of diseased tissue from the skin or subcutaneous tissues not specified 5-894.1a
not specified 5-896.08
not specified 5-896.0d
not specified 5-896.0e
not specified 5-896.0g
not specified 5-896.1a
not specified 5-896.1e
not specified 5-896.2a
Simple surgical closure of the skin or the subcutaneous tissues after injuries, e.g. with a suture not specified 5-900.15
Simple surgical closure of the skin or the subcutaneous tissues after injuries, e.g. with a suture not specified 5-900.1a
Simple surgical closure of the skin or the subcutaneous tissues after injuries, e.g. with a suture not specified 5-900.1b
Temporary covering of soft tissue injuries with skin or artificial skin not specified 5-916.7f
Temporary covering of soft tissue injuries with skin or artificial skin not specified 5-916.a5
Nature of the graft material not specified 5-930.3
Nature of the graft material not specified 5-930.4
Type of material used for tissue replacement and tissue reinforcement not specified 5-932.43
Type of material used for tissue replacement and tissue reinforcement not specified 5-932.72
Operation using lasers not specified 5-985.x
Treatment of heart defects with simultaneous open operation and a tube (catheter) inserted into the heart - hybrid therapy not specified 5-98a.0
Examination of the ureter and the renal pelvis with a tube-shaped instrument with a camera mounted at the end (endoscope) not specified 5-98b.x
Premature termination of an operation (operation not carried out completely) not specified 5-995
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.91
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.94
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.96
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.97
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.a0
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.a2
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.c2
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.c4
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.c8
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.ca
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.d2
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.d3
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.gb
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.h3
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.h6
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.h9
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 1 of the procedures list not specified 6-001.k6
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.11
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.15
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.53
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.54
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.55
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.93
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.94
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.ee
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.r2
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.r4
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.r5
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.r6
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.r7
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.r8
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 2 of the procedures list not specified 6-002.rc
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.8
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.a0
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.k3
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.k6
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.k8
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.ka
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.kc
Administration of medicines in accordance with List 3 of the procedures list not specified 6-003.kd
Administration of medicines according to List 4 of the Catalogue of Procedures not specified 6-004.33
Administration of medicines according to List 4 of the Catalogue of Procedures not specified 6-004.71
Administration of medicines according to List 5 of the Catalogue of Procedures not specified 6-005.4
Administration of medicines according to List 5 of the Catalogue of Procedures not specified 6-005.5
not specified 6-006.20
not specified 6-006.26
not specified 6-006.jd
not specified 6-007.60
not specified 6-007.61
not specified 6-007.63
not specified 6-008.09
not specified 6-008.52
not specified 6-008.m1
not specified 6-008.m8
not specified 6-008.md
not specified 6-009.4
not specified 6-009.e1
not specified 6-009.e3
not specified 6-009.p8
not specified 6-009.pa
not specified 6-009.q6
not specified 6-009.q7
not specified 6-009.q9
not specified 6-009.qa
not specified 6-009.qb
not specified 6-009.qd
not specified 6-009.qe
not specified 6-009.qh
not specified 6-009.qk
not specified 6-00a.11
not specified 6-00a.6
not specified 6-00a.k8
not specified 6-00b.9
not specified 6-00c.11
not specified 6-00c.12
not specified 6-00c.15
not specified 6-00d.8
not specified 6-00f.p3
Removal of a foreign body by endoscopy not specified 8-100.40
Removal of a foreign body by endoscopy not specified 8-100.41
Removal of a foreign body by endoscopy not specified 8-100.4x
Intestinal lavage not specified 8-121
not specified 8-123.00
not specified 8-123.0x
Exchange or removal of a feeding tube inserted into the small intestine through the skin not specified 8-124.1
Injection or administration of medicines into the urinary bladder not specified 8-132.2
Injection or administration of medicines into the urinary bladder not specified 8-132.3
Insertion, exchange or removal of a ureteral stent not specified 8-137.01
Insertion, exchange or removal of a ureteral stent not specified 8-137.02
Insertion, exchange or removal of a ureteral stent not specified 8-137.10
Insertion, exchange or removal of a ureteral stent not specified 8-137.12
Insertion, exchange or removal of a ureteral stent not specified 8-137.13
not specified 8-137.20
Exchange or removal of a tube (catheter) in the kidney for draining urine through the abdominal wall not specified 8-138.1
Other procedure on the kidney, ureter, bladder or urethra not specified 8-139.00
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter into the space between the lungs and ribs for the drainage of fluid not specified 8-144.0
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter into an organ in the abdominal cavity for the drainage of fluid not specified 8-146.0
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter into an organ in the abdominal cavity for the drainage of fluid not specified 8-146.x
Insertion of a small tube (cannula) or catheter in the kidney or urinary tract for the drainage of fluid other than urine not specified 8-147.0
Treatment by the targeted insertion of a needle into an organ in the abdominal cavity with subsequent administration or removal of substances, e.g. fluid not specified 8-154.0
Specific dressing techniques not specified 8-190.20
Specific dressing techniques not specified 8-190.21
not specified 8-192.0g
Treatment by specific positioning of the patient in bed, e.g. positioning in a sling table or special bed not specified 8-390.3
Treatment by specific positioning of the patient in bed, e.g. positioning in a sling table or special bed not specified 8-390.5
Radiotherapy with high-energy beams for cancer - high voltage radiotherapy not specified 8-522.b0
Radiotherapy with high-energy beams for cancer - high voltage radiotherapy not specified 8-522.b1
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein not specified 8-543.21
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein not specified 8-543.33
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein not specified 8-543.41
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein not specified 8-543.51
Cancer treatment for several days (e.g. 2-4 days) with two or more chemotherapy drugs administered into a vein not specified 8-543.91
Others therapeutic procedures to influence the immune system not specified 8-547.1
Keeping the respiratory tract open by means of a tube through the mouth or nose not specified 8-700.0
Keeping the respiratory tract open by means of a tube through the mouth or nose not specified 8-700.1
Keeping the respiratory tract open by means of a tube through the mouth or nose not specified 8-700.x
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.c2
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.c3
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.c4
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.f1
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.f2
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.g4
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.g5
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.g6
Transfusion of blood, red blood cells or platelets from a donor to a recipient not specified 8-800.ge
Transfusion of blood plasma or plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins not specified 8-810.j5
Transfusion of blood plasma or plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins not specified 8-810.w5
Transfusion of other plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins not specified 8-812.53
Transfusion of other plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins not specified 8-812.55
Transfusion of other plasma components or genetically engineered blood proteins not specified 8-812.61
Treatment by the exchange of the patient-s own blood for a substitute solution not specified 8-820.00
not specified 8-831.20
not specified 8-831.24
Treatment of a vessel with access via a tube (catheter) not specified 8-836.0c
Treatment of a vessel with access via a tube (catheter) not specified 8-836.0s
Treatment of a vessel with access via a tube (catheter) not specified 8-836.7c
Treatment of a vessel with access via a tube (catheter) not specified 8-836.80
Treatment of a vessel with access via a tube (catheter) not specified 8-836.ka
Treatment of the heart and/or the coronary arteries with access through a tube (catheter) along the blood vessels not specified 8-837.00
Treatment of the heart and/or the coronary arteries with access through a tube (catheter) along the blood vessels not specified 8-837.01
Treatment of the heart and/or the coronary arteries with access through a tube (catheter) along the blood vessels not specified 8-837.m0
Additional information on materials used not specified 8-83b.0c
Additional information on materials used not specified 8-83b.0x
Additional information on materials used not specified 8-83b.70
not specified 8-83b.87
Additional information on materials used not specified 8-83b.b6
Additional information on materials used not specified 8-83b.bx
Additional information on materials used not specified 8-83b.f4
Implantation of non-drug eluting tubing (stents) in blood vessels not specified 8-840.1s
Procedure to detoxify the blood outside the body with forced removal of the poison - haemofiltration not specified 8-853.70
Procedure for dialysing the blood outside the body with removal of the poison over a concentration gradient - dialysis not specified 8-854.3
Procedure for dialysing the blood outside the body with removal of the poison over a concentration gradient - dialysis not specified 8-854.71
Blood purification procedure with detoxification through the peritoneum - peritoneal dialysis not specified 8-857.10
Blood purification procedure with detoxification through the peritoneum - peritoneal dialysis not specified 8-857.11
Blood purification procedure with detoxification through the peritoneum - peritoneal dialysis not specified 8-857.13
Blood purification procedure with detoxification through the peritoneum - peritoneal dialysis not specified 8-857.21
Pain control by injecting an anaesthetic around a nerve root or nerve close to the spine not specified 8-914.12
Pain control by injecting an anaesthetic into a joint of the spine not specified 8-917.1x
Intensive care monitoring of respiration, the heart and the circulation with measurement of the pressure in the superior vena cava (central venous pressure) not specified 8-931.1
Intensive care monitoring of respiration, the heart and the circulation with measurement of the pressure in pulmonary artery not specified 8-932
not specified 8-981.32
Interdisciplinary management for colonisation or infection with multiresistant germs (pathogens) not specified 8-987.10
Interdisciplinary management for colonisation or infection with multiresistant germs (pathogens) not specified 8-987.11
Interdisciplinary management for colonisation or infection with multiresistant germs (pathogens) not specified 8-987.13
not specified 8-98f.30
not specified 8-98g.00
not specified 8-98g.13
Patient education not specified 9-500.1