Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary
Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5012, from 100% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary. Most claims establish the 100% or 100% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 5012 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 100%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.71a
- Body system
- Musculoskeletal System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary?
Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary
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Common Questions About Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary?
The VA rates Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary under Diagnostic Code 5012 at 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary. The maximum 100% rating requires: Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary?
The VA rates Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary under Diagnostic Code (DC) 5012, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary may qualify for TDIU if the condition — alone or in combination with other service-connected disabilities — prevents substantially gainful employment. A single disability rated at 60% or higher (or multiple disabilities combining to 70%, with one at 40%) can support a TDIU claim under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary?
Service connection for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease, and (3) a medical nexus linking the current diagnosis to that in-service occurrence. A nexus letter from a treating or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence.
What is the C&P exam like for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary uses a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) specific to the body system involved. The examiner documents the frequency, severity, and functional impact of your symptoms. Bring all relevant treatment records and be prepared to describe your worst-day symptoms — the examiner rates your condition based on the full clinical picture, not a single visit.
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