ICD-10 Code I69.142 – Monoplegia of lower limb following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting left dominant side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.142 – Monoplegia of lower limb following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting left dominant side
What it is
This code identifies persistent paralysis or severe weakness limited to one lower limb after a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. It applies when the affected side is the left dominant side and the deficit is a late effect of the stroke.
Clinical signs
Expect documentation of one-sided lower-limb monoplegia, such as marked loss of voluntary movement, spasticity, or inability to bear weight on that leg. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use I69.142 when the provider documents monoplegia of the left lower limb as a sequela of a prior nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. The hemorrhage itself is no longer the active reason for care, but the residual motor deficit remains relevant. Code the late effect only when the relationship is clearly stated.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute intracerebral hemorrhage, generalized hemiplegia, or weakness without a documented causal link to the hemorrhage. Check documentation if laterality, dominance, or the stroke history is unclear.
Coding tip
Verify that the record states both the residual monoplegia and the prior nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, because sequela coding depends on that documented connection.