Monoplg upr lmb following cerebral infrc affecting unsp side

This code signifies paralysis affecting a single upper limb (arm, hand, or shoulder) that has occurred as a direct consequence of a cerebral infarction (ischemic stroke). The specific side of the body affected by the monoplegia is not documented or is unknown. This represents a chronic neurological deficit resulting from a past stroke.

Use this code when documentation clearly states monoplegia of an upper limb due to a cerebral infarction, and the laterality (left or right) of the affected limb is not specified. This code is appropriate for reporting the long-term sequelae of a stroke once the acute phase has passed. Documentation should indicate a causal link between the cerebral infarction and the monoplegia.

• Always strive for greater specificity regarding laterality (e.g., I69.331 for right, I69.332 for left) if available in the medical record.
• Do not use this code for acute stroke symptoms; rather, it is for residual deficits.
• Sequence this code after the primary diagnosis if the monoplegia is a secondary condition being treated or evaluated.