Monoplegia of upper limb affecting right dominant side

This code signifies paralysis affecting only one upper extremity, specifically the right arm, in a patient whose right side is documented as dominant. This condition results in significant impairment of motor function and strength in the affected limb.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states monoplegia of the right upper limb and specifies right-sided dominance. This is appropriate for conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, or other neurological disorders causing isolated right arm paralysis in a right-handed individual.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right dominant" to differentiate from non-dominant or unspecified dominance.
• Do not confuse with hemiplegia, which involves paralysis of one side of the body (both arm and leg).
• Sequence this code after the underlying cause of the monoplegia, such as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or spinal cord injury.