ICD-10 Code M02.01 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, shoulder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.01 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, shoulder
What it is
M02.01 identifies a reactive arthropathy that develops after intestinal bypass surgery and affects the shoulder joint. Use it when the provider documents this specific post-bypass joint condition.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include shoulder pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the confirmed joint involvement and the link to prior intestinal bypass.
When to use this code
Use M02.01 when the record clearly states arthropathy following intestinal bypass and specifies the shoulder. This code fits postoperative reactive joint disease, not general arthritis or nonspecific shoulder pain. If the cause or joint site is unclear, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for shoulder pain without a documented arthropathy diagnosis. Also avoid it when the condition is unrelated to intestinal bypass or when another specific inflammatory, infectious, or traumatic joint disorder is documented.
Coding tip
Verify both the prior intestinal bypass and the shoulder site in the provider note before assigning M02.01.