Monoplegia of lower limb affecting left dominant side

This code signifies paralysis affecting a single lower limb on the left side, specifically when the patient is left-side dominant. It indicates a complete loss of motor function in the left leg.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting with flaccid or spastic paralysis confined to their left lower extremity, and their medical record clearly establishes left-side dominance. Documentation should specify the affected limb, the nature of the paralysis, and the patient's dominant side.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "left dominant" to support the laterality and dominance specificity of this code.
• Distinguish from hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body) or paraplegia (paralysis of both lower limbs).
• Always sequence this code after the underlying cause of the monoplegia, if known.