ICD-10 Code I69.310 – Attention and concentration deficit following cerebral infarction (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.310 – Attention and concentration deficit following cerebral infarction
What it is
I69.310 identifies attention and concentration problems that remain after a cerebral infarction, or ischemic stroke. Use it when the deficit is a documented late effect of the infarction.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include reduced focus, distractibility, and difficulty sustaining mental effort. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, especially when the record links the deficit to prior stroke.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents attention or concentration impairment as a sequela of cerebral infarction. It is appropriate for follow-up visits where the residual cognitive deficit is still being managed or assessed.
Code it only when the record clearly connects the deficit to the prior infarction. If the note describes a different cognitive problem, or the cause is not stated, check documentation before assigning I69.310.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute stroke, transient symptoms, or attention problems without a documented post-infarction cause. Do not use it when the deficit follows another neurologic condition.
Coding tip
Confirm both the residual attention deficit and the history of cerebral infarction in the provider’s note before coding.