Monoplg upr lmb fol ntrm subarach hemor aff left nondom side

This code signifies paralysis affecting a single upper limb (monoplegia) that developed as a sequela of a non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. Specifically, the paralysis is located in the patient's left arm and affects the non-dominant side. This represents a long-term neurological deficit resulting from a previous intracranial bleed not caused by trauma.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient presents with monoplegia of the left upper extremity, and the etiology is directly linked to a past non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. The medical record must specify the affected limb (left upper) and laterality (non-dominant). This code is appropriate for chronic conditions, not acute events.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "monoplegia" and not hemiplegia or paresis.
• Verify the cause is a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage; codes for traumatic causes differ.
• Confirm the affected side is the left upper limb and is identified as the non-dominant side.