Monoplg upr lmb fol unsp cerebvasc dis aff left nondom side

This code signifies paralysis affecting a single upper limb, specifically the left, that developed as a sequela of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) where the specific type of CVA is not documented. The paralysis is localized to one upper extremity and is attributed to a CVA impacting the non-dominant cerebral hemisphere.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates monoplegia of the left upper limb as a residual effect of a stroke, and the medical record does not specify the type of cerebrovascular disease (e.g., ischemic, hemorrhagic). This code is appropriate when the affected side is explicitly stated as the left and is identified as the non-dominant side.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "monoplegia" and not hemiplegia or paresis.
• Verify that the affected side is the left upper limb and that it is noted as the non-dominant side.
• Only use this code when the type of cerebrovascular disease is truly unspecified; otherwise, a more specific code from the I69.0-I69.3 series should be used.