ICD-10 Code M02.00 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, unspecified site (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.00 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, unspecified site
What it is
This code identifies joint disease that occurs after an intestinal bypass procedure, when the affected joint is not specified. It signals a post-surgical arthropathy rather than a primary arthritis diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see joint pain, swelling, stiffness, or reduced range of motion after intestinal bypass, with the provider linking the arthropathy to the prior surgery.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly states arthropathy due to intestinal bypass and does not identify a specific joint. It is appropriate for postoperative joint problems documented as related to the bypass procedure. If the site is named, code the more specific diagnosis instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for unspecified joint pain without a documented connection to intestinal bypass. Check documentation if the condition is better explained by another arthritis, injury, or postoperative complication.
Coding tip
Confirm both the causal link to intestinal bypass and the lack of a specified joint before assigning M02.00.