ICD-10 Code I69.1 – Sequelae of nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.1 – Sequelae of nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
What it is
I69.1 identifies lingering effects after a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, such as weakness, speech problems, or other residual neurologic deficits. Use it for the after-effects, not the acute bleed itself.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common sequelae may include hemiparesis, aphasia, cognitive changes, or gait impairment that remain after the hemorrhage has resolved.
When to use this code
Use this code when the chart documents a current condition caused by a prior nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. It is appropriate for residual neurologic deficits still being managed in follow-up. If the record only describes the old hemorrhage without ongoing effects, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use I69.1 for the acute intracerebral hemorrhage event itself or for traumatic brain bleeding. Also avoid it when the provider documents no residual deficit or sequelae.
Coding tip
Code the specific residual deficit first when documented, and use I69.1 only to show it is a sequela of the prior hemorrhage.