Cognitive social or emo def following ntrm subarach hemor

This code signifies a cognitive, social, or emotional impairment that develops as a direct consequence of a subarachnoid hemorrhage not caused by trauma. These deficits can manifest as difficulties with memory, attention, executive function, social interaction, or emotional regulation. It specifically points to neurological sequelae impacting higher-level brain functions.

Use this code when documentation clearly links a patient's cognitive, social, or emotional deficits to a previous nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. This applies to chronic or persistent impairments, not acute symptoms of the hemorrhage itself. Supporting documentation should include neurological assessments, psychological evaluations, or physician notes detailing the specific deficits and their etiology.

• Ensure the subarachnoid hemorrhage was explicitly documented as "nontraumatic" to use this code.
• Do not use this code for deficits resulting from traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage; refer to codes in the TBI sequelae category.
• Sequence this code after the primary code for the nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (e.g., I60.-) if the hemorrhage is still being treated or monitored.