In simple words: This code means the patient has trouble paying attention and concentrating after having a stroke or other circulatory system problem in the brain.

This code signifies an attention and concentration deficit that arises as a consequence of other cerebrovascular diseases.It's a sequela, meaning a condition that occurs after the initial cerebrovascular event. The deficit specifically impacts the patient's ability to focus and maintain attention.

Example 1: A 65-year-old patient experiences a minor ischemic stroke.Post-stroke, they exhibit significant difficulty concentrating on tasks, frequently losing their train of thought, and struggling with sustained attention.I69.810 would be used to code this attention deficit., A 72-year-old patient with a history of multiple lacunar infarcts presents with reduced attention span and difficulty following conversations. Neuropsychological testing confirms an attention deficit consistent with post-stroke cognitive impairment.I69.810 is the appropriate code., An 80-year-old patient with a past history of hemorrhagic stroke displays marked attentional problems that interfere with daily activities, impacting their ability to manage medications and personal hygiene.These attentional difficulties are documented by the treating physician and coded as I69.810.

* Detailed clinical history documenting the cerebrovascular event and its timing relative to the onset of the attention deficit.* Neuropsychological testing results or physician's assessment specifically detailing the attention and concentration deficits.* Documentation linking the attention deficit to the cerebrovascular disease.

** This code should be used in conjunction with codes specifying the underlying cerebrovascular disease.