ICD-10 Code M02.072 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, left ankle and foot (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M02.072 – Arthropathy following intestinal bypass, left ankle and foot
What it is
This code identifies joint disease in the left ankle and foot that occurs after an intestinal bypass procedure. Use it when the record links the arthropathy to the bypass surgery and specifies the left side.
Clinical signs
Findings may include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion in the left ankle or foot. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific joint involvement and any confirmed post-bypass association.
When to use this code
Use M02.072 when the provider documents arthropathy as a complication or sequela of intestinal bypass and identifies the left ankle and foot. You should also use it when the note clearly ties the joint disorder to the prior bypass rather than to another cause.
If the laterality or causal relationship is missing, check documentation before assigning the code. Coding should reflect the documented site and the post-surgical etiology.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific joint pain, arthritis without a bypass link, or arthropathy in another body site. Check documentation if the record does not confirm the intestinal bypass relationship.
Coding tip
Verify both the post-bypass cause and the left ankle/foot location before coding M02.072.