ICD-10 Code M02.02 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, elbow (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.02 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, elbow
What it is
M02.02 identifies a reactive arthropathy affecting the elbow that occurs after intestinal bypass surgery. Use it when the record links the joint problem to the prior bypass procedure.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include elbow pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the confirmed joint involved and the post-bypass association.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents arthropathy after intestinal bypass and specifies the elbow as the affected joint. It is appropriate when the record supports a causal relationship to the bypass procedure. Check documentation if the note only says arthritis or joint pain without that link.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific elbow pain, degenerative arthritis, or arthropathy from other causes. If the post-bypass relationship is not documented, choose the more specific confirmed diagnosis.
Coding tip
Verify both the prior intestinal bypass and the elbow site before assigning M02.02.