Monoplg upr lmb fol cerebral infrc aff left dominant side

This code signifies a neurological deficit characterized by paralysis affecting a single upper limb, specifically the left arm, that developed as a sequela of a cerebral infarction (ischemic stroke). The patient's left side is identified as their dominant side. This monoplegia is a permanent or long-term neurological impairment resulting from the stroke.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates monoplegia of the left upper limb as a residual effect of a past cerebral infarction. The medical record must specify that the left side is the patient's dominant side. This code is appropriate for chronic or long-term care settings, rehabilitation, or follow-up visits where the monoplegia is being managed.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "monoplegia" and not paresis (weakness), as there are distinct codes for paresis.
• Verify laterality (left upper limb) and dominance (left dominant side) are clearly documented.
• Always sequence this code after the appropriate cerebral infarction code (I69.3xx) to indicate the sequela relationship.