T84.53
BillableInfection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis
T84.53 is the ICD-10-CM code for Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
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MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is knee replacement surgery? Knee replacement surgery is a surgery to replace parts of your knee joint with new, artificial parts. You may need a knee replacement if you have knee damage that causes severe pain and difficulty doing daily activities, such as walking and climbing stairs. It is usually done when other treatments for knee pain haven't helped enough. The goal of a knee replacement is to relieve pain…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code T84.53?
- T84.53 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is T84.53 a billable code?
- Yes — T84.53 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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