ICD-10 Code I69.115 – Cognitive social or emotional deficit following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.115 – Cognitive social or emotional deficit following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
What it is
This code identifies lingering cognitive, social, or emotional problems that remain after a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. Use it when the deficit is a documented late effect of the prior brain bleed.
Clinical signs
Typical findings may include impaired judgment, reduced social awareness, mood changes, or difficulty with emotional control after stroke. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use I69.115 when the provider documents a cognitive, social, or emotional deficit as a sequela of a previous nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. The active hemorrhage is no longer the focus of care. Code the residual deficit rather than the acute event when the record clearly links them.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for an acute intracerebral hemorrhage or for vague memory complaints without a documented cerebrovascular cause. Check documentation if the record does not clearly identify the deficit as a sequela.
Coding tip
Look for words like “late effect,” “sequela,” or “due to prior hemorrhagic stroke” before assigning this code.