ICD-9 Code 81.54: Hemiarthroplasty Explained
The ICD-9 code for hemiarthroplasty is 81.54. This code is used to identify a surgical procedure in which the damaged or diseased half of a joint is removed and replaced with an artificial joint. Hemiarthroplasty is commonly performed on the hip or knee, but it can also be used on other joints such as the shoulder or elbow.Hemorrhage - Related Articles
- Inferior Vena Cava (IVC): Function, Location & Importance
- NEUT Test: Understanding Neutrophil Counts and Their Significance
- Understanding Vaginal Bleeding During Pregnancy: Causes & What to Do
- Bisphosphoglycerate (BPG): Production, Function & Hemoglobin Affinity
- Understanding the Effects of Hemorrhage: Causes and Consequences
- Why is the Aorta's Wall Thickest and Most Elastic?
- Hemolytic Anemia Prognosis: Understanding Outlook & Treatment