Oth paralytic syndrome following unsp cerebvasc disease, bi

This code signifies a bilateral paralytic syndrome, not otherwise specified, that has developed as a sequela of a cerebrovascular event where the specific type of cerebrovascular disease is unknown. It indicates a persistent motor deficit affecting both sides of the body, occurring after a stroke or similar brain injury of an unspecified nature.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a bilateral paralysis or paresis as a residual effect of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or other cerebrovascular disease, but the specific type of CVA (e.g., ischemic, hemorrhagic) is not documented. This applies to chronic or long-term neurological deficits following the initial acute phase of the cerebrovascular event.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "bilateral" paralysis/paresis and a clear link to a prior cerebrovascular event.
• Only use this code when the specific type of cerebrovascular disease is truly "unspecified" in the medical record.
• Sequence this code after any codes for the specific type of cerebrovascular disease, if known, or as a primary diagnosis if the sequela is the focus of the encounter.