Late effects of cerebrovascular disease, alterations of sensations

This code signifies persistent sensory deficits, such as numbness, tingling, or altered perception, that remain as a long-term consequence of a past cerebrovascular event (e.g., stroke, TIA). These alterations are not acute symptoms but rather residual effects impacting a patient's quality of life.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient is experiencing chronic sensory disturbances directly attributable to a previous cerebrovascular accident. This typically applies after the acute phase of the stroke has passed, and the sensory issues are considered stable and permanent sequelae.

• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific type of cerebrovascular disease (e.g., history of cerebral infarction).
• Ensure documentation specifies "late effects" or "sequelae" and links the sensory alteration to the prior cerebrovascular event.
• Do not use for acute sensory changes during an active stroke; those are coded with acute stroke codes.