ICD-10 Code I69.963 – Other paralytic syndrome following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting right non-dominant side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.963 – Other paralytic syndrome following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting right non-dominant side
What it is
This code identifies residual paralysis or weakness affecting the right non-dominant side after an unspecified cerebrovascular disease. Use it for ongoing neurologic deficits that remain after the acute event has passed.
Clinical signs
Findings may include weakness, reduced movement, or impaired coordination on the right side. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific paralytic syndrome and whether the side is confirmed as non-dominant.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a persistent paralytic syndrome as a late effect of a prior cerebrovascular disease, and the affected side is the right non-dominant side. It is appropriate when the current visit addresses residual deficits, not the acute stroke itself. Check documentation if the original cerebrovascular condition is unspecified.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute stroke, transient ischemic attack, or generalized weakness without a documented cerebrovascular cause. Do not assign it if the affected side or dominance is not documented; check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm the residual deficit, laterality, and non-dominant side status in the record before coding.