ICD-10 Code M02.14 – Postdysenteric arthropathy, hand (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.14 – Postdysenteric arthropathy, hand
What it is
M02.14 identifies postdysenteric arthropathy affecting the hand. Use it when a hand joint inflammatory arthritis is documented as following dysentery or a related gastrointestinal infection.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced hand motion. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific joint involvement and any confirmed link to prior dysenteric illness.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly states postdysenteric arthropathy in the hand, or reactive arthritis of the hand after dysentery. You should code it only when the provider connects the arthropathy to the prior infection. If the site is not documented, check documentation before assigning a more specific code.
Do not use for
Do not use it for nonspecific hand pain, osteoarthritis, or inflammatory arthritis without a documented postdysenteric cause. Check documentation if the record only mentions arthritis after another infection.
Coding tip
Confirm both the postinfectious cause and the hand location in the provider note before coding M02.14.