ICD-10 Code I69.098 – Other sequelae following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.098 – Other sequelae following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies residual conditions that remain after a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage when the aftereffect is not named elsewhere. Use it for ongoing neurologic or functional problems linked to the prior bleed.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Sequelae may include persistent weakness, speech difficulty, cognitive changes, or other lasting deficits after the acute hemorrhage has resolved.
When to use this code
Use this code when the patient is being seen for a condition documented as a late effect of a previous nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. The current visit should focus on the residual problem, not the acute bleed. Make sure the record clearly links the sequela to the prior event.
Do not use for
Do not use it for an active subarachnoid hemorrhage or for sequelae from traumatic brain injury. If the residual condition is coded elsewhere more specifically, choose that code instead. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Look for wording such as “due to,” “late effect,” or “sequela of” to support the link to the prior hemorrhage.