ICD-10 Code M02.019 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, unspecified shoulder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.019 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, unspecified shoulder
What it is
M02.019 identifies reactive arthropathy that occurs after an intestinal bypass procedure and affects the shoulder, but the side is not specified. Use it when the record links the joint problem to prior intestinal bypass surgery.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion in the shoulder. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, especially for the postoperative relationship and whether one or both shoulders are involved.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents arthropathy or reactive arthritis as a consequence of intestinal bypass and identifies the shoulder as the affected joint. It is appropriate when the laterality is not stated. Check documentation for a clear causal link to the bypass procedure.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific shoulder pain without documented arthropathy or for arthritis unrelated to intestinal bypass. Do not assign it if the record names a different joint or provides a more specific shoulder laterality code.
Coding tip
Verify both the post-bypass etiology and the shoulder site before coding, and code laterality separately if the record supports it.