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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Neurological Deficit

ICD-10 Coding for Neurological Deficit

I69.351

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for neurological deficit includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Neurological Impairment
Neurological Dysfunction
neuro deficit
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Neurological Deficit

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Neurological Deficit

Use ICD-10 code I69.351 for hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

Billable Code
I69.351
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented history of stroke with current hemiplegia
documentation:
  • • Imaging confirming old infarct with no new changes

Applicable To

  • • Right-sided hemiplegia post-stroke

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the side and dominance to accurately code the condition.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z86.73

Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits

Use to indicate history of stroke without current deficits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for neurological deficit?

The ICD-10 code for neurological deficit as a sequela of stroke is I69.3-, which specifies the type and side of the deficit.

How do you document a neurological deficit?

Document the affected side, dominance, and link to prior stroke with imaging confirmation to support the use of I69.3- codes.

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