Hemiplga fol ntrm subarach hemor aff right dominant side

This code signifies residual neurological deficits characterized by weakness (hemiparesis) or paralysis (hemiplegia) on the right side of the body. These deficits are a direct consequence of a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, indicating a prior bleed into the subarachnoid space not caused by external injury. The affected side is specifically the dominant right side.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a patient presents with persistent right-sided hemiplegia or hemiparesis as a sequela of a subarachnoid hemorrhage that was not traumatic in origin. This code is appropriate for chronic or long-term neurological impairment after the acute phase of the hemorrhage has passed. Supporting documentation should specify the laterality and the nontraumatic etiology of the original hemorrhage.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nontraumatic" to differentiate from hemorrhage due to injury.
• Verify laterality (right side) and the dominant status of the affected side are clearly documented.
• This code is for sequelae; do not use for the acute subarachnoid hemorrhage itself.