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Contingencies and Commitments (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions |  |  | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended |
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Mar. 19, 2019 USD ($) | Jul. 12, 2017 USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2015 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2010 patent | Jun. 30, 2019 USD ($)
Voluntary recall | Minimum |  |  |  |  |  |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Estimate of possible loss |  |  |  |  |  | $ 350
Voluntary recall | Maximum |  |  |  |  |  |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Estimate of possible loss |  |  |  |  |  | $ 600
Zimmer Product Infringement |  |  |  |  |  |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Number of patents infringed upon | patent |  |  |  |  | 3 |
Value of damages awarded |  | $ 164 |  | $ 76 |  |
Gain (loss) related to litigation settlement |  |  | $ 54 |  |  |
Proceeds from legal settlements | $ 167 |  |  |  |  |

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