Presence of right artificial knee joint

This code indicates that a patient has a prosthetic replacement for their right knee joint. It signifies the permanent presence of an artificial knee on the right side, typically following a total knee arthroplasty. This is a status code, reflecting an anatomical alteration rather than an active disease process.

This code is used when documenting a patient's medical history or current status to indicate they have undergone a right knee replacement. It is appropriate for follow-up visits, medication management, or any encounter where the presence of the artificial joint is relevant to the patient's care. It should be assigned for the lifetime of the prosthesis.

• Always specify laterality (right, left, or bilateral) when coding for artificial joints.
• Do not use this code for complications related to the artificial joint; separate codes exist for those.
• This code is typically a secondary diagnosis, supporting the medical necessity of services related to the presence of the prosthesis.