Patient was scheduled for a right knee replacement. Unfortunately, the surgeon replaced the left knee, which did not need replacing. Which misadventure code should be assigned in this instance?
A) Y65.53
B) Y65.51
C) Y65.8
D) None of the above
Answer: A
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