ICD-10 Code I69.21 – Cognitive deficits following other nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.21 – Cognitive deficits following other nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies cognitive problems that remain after a nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, such as impaired memory, attention, or executive function. Use it for late effects, not for the acute bleed itself.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly recorded findings include slowed thinking, poor recall, reduced concentration, or difficulty planning and organizing after the hemorrhagic event.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents cognitive deficits as a sequela of a prior nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage. The hemorrhage may be intracerebral, subarachnoid, or other nontraumatic brain bleed, but the record must link the deficit to that event. Code the residual cognitive impairment, not the original acute episode, unless both are being reported separately.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for cognitive decline unrelated to hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury, or unspecified neurologic symptoms without a documented causal link. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Look for sequela language such as “due to prior hemorrhage” or “late effect” before assigning I69.21.