Total Knee Arthroplasty ICD-10-CM Codes

Yes. Total Knee Arthroplasty has its share of risks, like any other type of surgery. Such risks include infections, the emergence of blood clots, and nerve damage in the knees when implants are inserted.

No. It’s the last resort. Healthcare professionals will start with more conservative ways to treat and manage it, like administering steroid/hyaluronic injections, providing anti-inflammatory medicine, and recommending physical therapy to rehabilitate the knee. Even taking acupuncture or visiting a chiropractor might be recommended.

Knee implants placed during Total Knee Arthroplasty are made of metal and polyethylene. The latter is a plastic material often used in making plastic bags and bottles but also for medical purposes.