ICD-10 Code I69.92 – Speech and language deficits following unspecified cerebrovascular disease (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.92 – Speech and language deficits following unspecified cerebrovascular disease
What it is
This code identifies lingering speech or language problems after a cerebrovascular event when the type of stroke or brain injury is not specified. Use it for residual communication deficits, not the acute neurologic event.
Clinical signs
Clinical features may include aphasia, dysarthria, word-finding difficulty, or impaired comprehension after a prior cerebrovascular disease. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use I69.92 when the record documents persistent speech or language deficits as a sequela of an unspecified cerebrovascular disease. It fits follow-up visits, rehabilitation encounters, or ongoing assessment of residual communication impairment. Confirm the provider links the deficit to the prior cerebrovascular condition.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute stroke, transient symptoms, or speech problems from non-cerebrovascular causes. Check documentation if the residual deficit is better described by another post-stroke sequela code.
Coding tip
Code the residual deficit first, and make sure the chart states it is due to a prior unspecified cerebrovascular disease.