Expressive Aphasia ICD-10-CM Codes

Learn about the ICD-10-CM codes for expressive aphasia through this guide.

By Matt Olivares on Aug 8, 2025.

What ICD-10 codes are used for expressive aphasia?

Expressive aphasia, a language disorder affecting speech production, is classified by specific ICD-10-CM codes. Here are commonly used expressive aphasia ICD codes for this condition, along with brief clinical descriptions:

R47.01 - Aphasia: This is meant to be used if a patient has aphasia. Doesn't matter what kind, so long as it doesn't follow any of the problems indicated by the ICD codes below.
I69.320 - Aphasia following cerebral infarction: This is meant to be used if the aphasia emerges after suffering a cerebral infarction.
I69.920 - Aphasia following unspecified cerebrovascular disease: This is meant to be used if the aphasia emerges after suffering an unspecified cerebrovascular disease.
I69.020 - Aphasia following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage: This is meant to be used if the aphasia emerges after a nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage.
I69.120 - Aphasia following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage: This is meant to be used if the aphasia emerges after a nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage.
I69.220 - Aphasia following other nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage: This is meant to be used if the aphasia emerges after a nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage.

Which expressive aphasia ICD codes are billable?

All of the aforementioned expressive aphasia ICD-10-CM codes are valid and billable.

Clinical information

Expressive aphasia, also known as Broca's aphasia, is a language disorder characterized by the impaired ability to produce speech and communicate effectively.
This known physiological condition typically results from damage to the brain's left frontal lobe, often due to a stroke or brain injury.
Characteristics of expressive aphasia include difficulty forming grammatically correct sentences, limited vocabulary, and struggles with word finding and articulation (speech disturbances).
Patients with expressive aphasia may have intact comprehension skills, meaning they can understand spoken and written language.
Treatment approaches often involve speech therapy to improve language production and communication skills.
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, such as communication boards or speech-generating devices, can benefit individuals with severe expressive aphasia.
Family and caregiver support is crucial in helping individuals with expressive aphasia overcome communication barriers and maintain social connections.
Recovery from expressive aphasia varies from person to person, with some individuals making significant improvements with therapy, while others may have more persistent language difficulties.

Synonyms include

Broca's aphasia
Motor aphasia
Non-fluent aphasia
Agrammatic aphasia
Expressive language disorder
Progressive isolated aphasia
Personal history of expressive aphasia
Expressive aphasia accompanied by specific developmental disorders
Expressive aphasia following cerebrovascular disease
Acquired aphasia with epilepsy
Expressive aphasia accompanied by pervasive developmental disorders

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Commonly asked questions

Brain injuries, strokes, or developmental issues in children can cause expressive aphasia.

Yes, speech therapy and early intervention can significantly improve communication in individuals with expressive aphasia.

It can result from a sudden neurological event, such as a stroke or brain injury, leading to immediate speech difficulties.

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