ICD-10 Code I69.864 – Other paralytic syndrome following other cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I69.864 – Other paralytic syndrome following other cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side
What it is
This code identifies residual paralysis or related motor impairment affecting the left non-dominant side after a prior cerebrovascular disease. Use it for lasting neurologic deficits, not the acute stroke event.
Clinical signs
Findings may include weakness, impaired coordination, abnormal gait, or reduced motor control on the left non-dominant side. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly links a persistent paralytic syndrome to a previous cerebrovascular disease and specifies the left non-dominant side. It is appropriate for follow-up visits documenting sequelae after the acute event has resolved. Check documentation if the side, dominance, or cause is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use it for acute stroke, transient ischemic attack, or paralysis from another cause. Do not assign it if the residual deficit is not documented as following cerebrovascular disease.
Coding tip
Verify laterality and dominance in the chart before assigning this sequela code.