ICD-10 Code for Right Knee Replacement: 0WK22

Introduction

Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is a common procedure performed to relieve pain and restore function in damaged or diseased knees. The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) provides a code to identify right knee replacement procedures for reimbursement and statistical purposes.

ICD-10 Code for Right Knee Replacement

The ICD-10-CM code for right knee replacement is 0WK22. This code is used to report the following procedures:

• Total right knee arthroplasty (TKR)
• Partial right knee arthroplasty (PKR)
• Revision right knee arthroplasty
• Unicompartmental right knee arthroplasty (UKA)

ICD-10 Code for Right Knee Replacement with Other Procedures

In some cases, a right knee replacement may be performed in conjunction with other procedures. The following table lists the ICD-10-CM codes for some common combinations:

ICD-10 Code for Right Knee Replacement Complications

Complications from right knee replacement surgery are relatively rare, but they can occur. The following table lists the ICD-10-CM codes for some potential complications:

ICD-10 Code for Right Knee Replacement Status

The ICD-10-CM code can also be used to indicate the status of a right knee replacement. The following table lists the codes for different statuses:

Conclusion

The ICD-10-CM code for right knee replacement is 0WK22. This code is used to identify right knee replacement procedures for reimbursement and statistical purposes. The code can also be used to indicate the status of a right knee replacement and to identify potential complications.

Additional Resources

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)