Neonatal cerebral infarction, right side of brain

This code signifies an acute ischemic stroke occurring in a newborn, specifically affecting the right hemisphere of the brain. It indicates damage to brain tissue due to a lack of blood flow to that particular side of the cerebrum shortly after birth.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of neonatal cerebral infarction localized to the right side of the brain. This typically occurs in the perinatal period and is supported by imaging studies (e.g., MRI, CT scan) confirming the infarction and its laterality.

• Ensure documentation specifies "neonatal" and "right side of brain" to accurately assign this code.
• Distinguish from other types of neonatal brain injury, such as intracranial hemorrhage or hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy.
• Code any associated neurological deficits or sequelae separately, if applicable, once they are established.