ICD-10 Code I69.010 – Attention and concentration deficit following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.010 – Attention and concentration deficit following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies an attention and concentration deficit that persists after a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. Use it when the cognitive problem is documented as a late effect of that stroke-type event.
Clinical signs
Patients may show reduced focus, distractibility, slowed mental processing, or difficulty completing tasks. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, and confirm the deficit is linked to the prior nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents attention or concentration problems as a sequela of a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. It fits follow-up visits where the acute bleed is no longer the active reason for care, but the residual cognitive deficit remains.
Code it only when the record clearly connects the deficit to the prior hemorrhage. If the note only mentions general memory problems, altered mental status, or another neurologic deficit, check documentation before assigning this code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for attention problems from traumatic brain injury, dementia, or nonspecific cognitive complaints without a documented link to nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. Check documentation if the cause is unclear.
Coding tip
Look for sequela language such as “due to,” “following,” or “late effect of” nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage before coding I69.010.