ICD-10 Code I69.244 – Monoplegia of lower limb following other nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage affecting left non-dominant side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.244 – Monoplegia of lower limb following other nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage affecting left non-dominant side
What it is
This code identifies a lasting paralysis or severe weakness of one lower limb that follows a prior nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage. It applies when the affected side is the left, and the left side is non-dominant.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include persistent one-sided leg weakness, reduced movement, and impaired gait after a documented brain bleed. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use I69.244 when the record clearly links the monoplegia to a previous nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage and specifies the left non-dominant lower limb. You should also confirm that the condition is a residual effect, not an acute event. If laterality or dominance is not documented, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute hemorrhage, transient weakness, or paralysis from trauma. It is also incorrect if the residual deficit affects another limb or the documentation does not support a post-hemorrhagic cause.
Coding tip
Code the residual neurologic deficit first, and verify the source hemorrhage and side dominance in the chart.