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Contingencies and Commitments (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions |  | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Jul. 12, 2017 USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2015 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2010 patent
Payments for legal settlements |  | $ 54 |  |  |  |  |
Rent expense |  |  | $ 138 | $ 125 | $ 112 |  |
Minimum |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Estimate of possible loss |  |  | 255 |  |  |  |
Maximum |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Estimate of possible loss |  |  | $ 400 |  |  |  |
Zimmer Product Infringement |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Number of patents allegedly infringed upon | patent |  |  |  |  |  |  | 3
Gain contingency, damages awarded, value | $ 164 |  |  |  |  | $ 76 |

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