ICD-10 Code I69.092 – Facial weakness following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.092 – Facial weakness following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies facial weakness that remains after a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. It is a late effect of prior brain bleeding, not the acute hemorrhage itself.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see unilateral facial droop, reduced facial movement, or difficulty with expression after a documented subarachnoid hemorrhage.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly links ongoing facial weakness to a previous nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. It fits residual deficits during follow-up, rehabilitation, or chronic care visits. Code the sequela, not the original bleed, when the acute event is no longer the reason for care.
Do not use for
Do not use it for acute subarachnoid hemorrhage without a residual deficit. Do not use it when facial weakness has another cause, such as Bell palsy or trauma; check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify that the provider documents a causal link between the old hemorrhage and the facial weakness before assigning this sequela code.