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ASSET ACQUISITIONS AND BUSINESS COMBINATIONS (Summary Of Estimated Fair Value Of Identifiable Assets Acquired) (Details) - NuVasive [Member]
$ in Thousands
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
Developed Technology [Member]  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]  
Fair Value $ 607,000
Useful Life 8 years
Customer Relationships & Other Intangibles [Member]  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]  
Fair Value $ 292,000
Useful Life 11 years