ICD-10 Code M02.05 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, hip (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.05 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, hip
What it is
This code identifies joint disease in the hip that occurs after an intestinal bypass procedure. Use it when documentation links the arthropathy to the prior bypass surgery.
Clinical signs
Patients may have hip pain, stiffness, swelling, or reduced range of motion. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation and confirm the post-bypass relationship.
When to use this code
Use M02.05 when the provider documents arthropathy of the hip as a consequence of intestinal bypass. It is appropriate for follow-up visits, specialist evaluations, or problem lists when the causal link is stated. Check documentation if the joint condition is present but the bypass connection is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific hip pain, osteoarthritis, or inflammatory arthritis without documentation of post-bypass arthropathy. If the bypass history is absent or unrelated, choose a more accurate code.
Coding tip
Verify both the affected joint and the documented cause before assigning M02.05.