ICD-10 Code G81.01 – Flaccid hemiplegia affecting right dominant side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G81.01 – Flaccid hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
What it is
G81.01 identifies flaccid paralysis affecting the right dominant side of the body. Use it when documentation shows hemiplegia with decreased muscle tone and involvement of the dominant right side.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include weakness or complete loss of voluntary movement on one side, with flaccidity rather than spasticity. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for laterality, dominance, and whether the hemiplegia is complete or partial.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents flaccid hemiplegia on the right dominant side, such as after stroke, trauma, or another neurologic event. Code it only when dominance and right-sided involvement are clearly stated. Check documentation if laterality is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use it for spastic hemiplegia, unspecified hemiplegia, or weakness without documented paralysis. Do not assign it if the record does not confirm the dominant side or the right side.
Coding tip
Verify both dominance and laterality in the chart before assigning G81.01.