Unsp symptoms and signs w cogn fnctns fol ntrm intcrbl hemor

This code signifies residual cognitive impairments, such as memory loss, attention deficits, or executive dysfunction, that persist after a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. It indicates that the specific nature of these cognitive symptoms or signs is not further specified in the medical record. This diagnosis points to long-term neurological sequelae affecting mental processes.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a history of a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage and subsequent, ongoing cognitive deficits without further specification of the exact cognitive domain affected. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the patient is being managed for these lasting effects. Supporting documentation would include neurological evaluations, neuropsychological testing results, or physician notes describing "post-hemorrhage cognitive impairment, unspecified."

• Only use this code when the specific cognitive symptom (e.g., aphasia, amnesia) is not documented. If specified, use a more precise code from the I69.11- subcategory.
• Ensure the hemorrhage is explicitly documented as "nontraumatic" to differentiate from traumatic brain injury sequelae.
• This code is for sequelae; it should not be used for acute cognitive issues during the initial hemorrhage event.