Hemiplga following ntrm intcrbl hemor aff left dominant side

This code signifies weakness or paralysis on one side of the body that developed as a sequela of a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage. Specifically, it indicates that the left side of the body is affected, and that side is the patient's dominant side. This neurological deficit is a long-term consequence, not an acute event.

Use this code for patients presenting with residual hemiplegia or hemiparesis after a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage has resolved. Documentation must clearly state the laterality (left side), the dominance of the affected side, and confirm the nontraumatic origin of the original hemorrhage. This code is appropriate for chronic conditions, not acute stroke.

• Always confirm the nontraumatic etiology of the intracerebral hemorrhage; traumatic events use different sequela codes.
• Distinguish between hemiplegia (complete paralysis) and hemiparesis (weakness); this code covers both.
• Ensure documentation specifies the affected side's dominance (e.g., "left-sided weakness, left dominant hand").