Apraxia following other cerebrovascular disease

This code signifies apraxia, a neurological disorder characterized by the inability to perform learned movements despite having the physical ability and desire to do so, occurring as a sequela of a cerebrovascular disease other than stroke. This includes conditions like cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, or transient cerebral ischemia that are not specifically classified as a stroke.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of apraxia that developed as a direct result of a previous cerebrovascular event, excluding a completed stroke. The medical record should specify the type of cerebrovascular disease (e.g., cerebral aneurysm rupture, cerebral venous thrombosis) and confirm the presence of apraxia as a residual effect.

• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific cerebrovascular disease that caused the apraxia, if still active.
• Ensure documentation distinguishes apraxia from aphasia or ataxia, as these are distinct neurological deficits.
• Do not use this code if the apraxia is a sequela of a completed stroke; instead, refer to codes within the I69.3-I69.39 series.