ICD-10 Code I69.091 – Dysphagia following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.091 – Dysphagia following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies swallowing difficulty that persists as a late effect of a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. Use it when dysphagia is documented as caused by that prior cerebrovascular event.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly noted findings include trouble swallowing, coughing or choking with meals, or need for altered food consistency after the hemorrhage.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider links dysphagia to a previous nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage and the swallowing problem is still being treated or assessed. It applies to sequelae, not the acute bleed. If the record does not clearly connect the two, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for dysphagia from another cause, such as stroke without subarachnoid hemorrhage, surgery, or an unspecified neurologic disorder. Do not use it for the acute hemorrhage itself.
Coding tip
Look for explicit provider wording such as “dysphagia due to prior subarachnoid hemorrhage” to support sequela coding.