Unsp symp and signs w cogn fnctns fol unsp cerebvasc disease

This code describes cognitive deficits, such as memory loss, attention problems, or executive dysfunction, that are a sequela of a cerebrovascular event (e.g., stroke, TIA) where the specific type of cerebrovascular disease is not documented. It indicates that the patient is experiencing long-term neurological impairments affecting their cognitive abilities following an uncharacterized cerebrovascular incident.

Use this code when a patient presents with persistent cognitive symptoms clearly attributed to a past cerebrovascular event, but the medical record lacks specificity regarding the nature or cause of that original cerebrovascular disease. Documentation should explicitly link the cognitive impairment to a prior CVA, even if the specific type of CVA is unknown.

• Avoid using this code if the specific type of cerebrovascular disease (e.g., ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke) is known and documented; instead, use a more specific I69 code.
• This code should be sequenced after the primary diagnosis for the current encounter, unless the cognitive sequelae are the primary reason for the visit.
• Query the provider for more specific documentation regarding the type of cerebrovascular disease if possible, to allow for more precise coding.