ICD-10 Code M02.021 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, right elbow (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.021 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, right elbow
What it is
This code identifies joint inflammation or damage in the right elbow that occurs after an intestinal bypass procedure. Use it when the documentation links the elbow arthropathy to the prior bypass surgery.
Clinical signs
Findings may include elbow pain, swelling, stiffness, or reduced range of motion. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, and confirm the post-bypass relationship is stated or clearly supported.
When to use this code
Use M02.021 when the provider documents arthropathy of the right elbow as a complication or sequela of intestinal bypass. It is appropriate for encounters focused on the elbow joint problem, not the bypass surgery itself. Check documentation if laterality or causation is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unspecified elbow arthropathy, left elbow disease, or arthritis unrelated to intestinal bypass. If the record does not connect the joint disorder to bypass surgery, code the documented condition instead.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and the causal link to intestinal bypass before assigning M02.021.