Degenerative Arthritis of the Spine (Spondylosis)
VA disability rating criteria for Degenerative Arthritis of the Spine (Spondylosis) under Diagnostic Code 5242. The VA assigns ratings of 10%, 20%, 40%, 50% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.
Rating Criteria
With or without symptoms such as pain (whether or not it radiates), stiffness, or aching in the area of the spine affected by degenerative arthritis: forward flexion of the thoracolumbar spine greater than 60 degrees; or; combined range of motion greater than 120 degrees; or; muscle spasm, guarding, or localized tenderness not resulting in abnormal gait or abnormal spinal contour.
Note: Degenerative arthritis of the spine is rated under the same General Rating Formula as DC 5237. The condition must be documented on imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CT scan). IVD syndrome with neurological signs may warrant a separate higher rating.
Forward flexion of the thoracolumbar spine 30 to 60 degrees; or; the combined range of motion not greater than 120 degrees; or; muscle spasm or guarding severe enough to result in an abnormal gait or abnormal spinal contour such as scoliosis, reversed lordosis, or abnormal kyphosis.
Forward flexion of the thoracolumbar spine 30 degrees or less; or; favorable ankylosis of the entire thoracolumbar spine.
Unfavorable ankylosis of the entire thoracolumbar spine.
Secondary Conditions
1 known secondary condition linked to Degenerative Arthritis of the Spine (Spondylosis)
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