ICD-10 Code I69.028 – Other speech and language deficits following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.028 – Other speech and language deficits following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies persistent speech or language problems that remain after a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. Use it for residual communication deficits attributable to the prior hemorrhagic event.
Clinical signs
Findings may include aphasia, dysarthria, word-finding difficulty, or impaired comprehension. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation and the provider’s description of the residual deficit.
When to use this code
Use I69.028 when the record documents a speech or language deficit as a late effect of a previous nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. The acute hemorrhage should no longer be the focus of care. Code the residual communication problem when it is clearly linked to the prior event.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute subarachnoid hemorrhage or for speech problems with another cause. If the documentation does not connect the deficit to the prior hemorrhage, check documentation.
Coding tip
Look for wording such as “due to,” “residual,” or “late effect” to support the causal link before assigning this code.