ICD-10 Code M02.051 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, right hip (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.051 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, right hip
What it is
This code identifies arthritis-like joint disease in the right hip that develops after an intestinal bypass procedure. Use it when the record links the hip arthropathy to the prior bypass, not to another cause.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include hip pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion, and difficulty walking or bearing weight. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific presentation and confirmed laterality.
When to use this code
Use M02.051 when the provider documents arthropathy of the right hip as a consequence of intestinal bypass surgery. This code fits postoperative or long-term complication documentation when the causal relationship is clear. Check documentation if the chart does not specify the right hip or the bypass connection.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific hip pain, osteoarthritis, or arthropathy with another documented cause. Do not assign it if the record does not support a post-bypass relationship.
Coding tip
Verify both the intestinal bypass history and the right-sided hip involvement before assigning this code.