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DC 5322Musculoskeletal System38 CFR § 4.73

Group XXII.Rotary and forward movements of the head; respiration; deglutition.(Lateral, supra-, and infrahyoid group.) (1) Trapezius I (clavicular insertion); (2) sternocleidomastoid; (3) the “hyoid” muscles; (4) sternothyroid; (5) digastric Function: Muscles of the front of the neck

VA disability rating criteria for Group XXII.Rotary and forward movements of the head; respiration; deglutition.(Lateral, supra-, and infrahyoid group.) (1) Trapezius I (clavicular insertion); (2) sternocleidomastoid; (3) the “hyoid” muscles; (4) sternothyroid; (5) digastric Function: Muscles of the front of the neck under Diagnostic Code 5322. The VA assigns ratings of 0%, 10%, 20%, 30% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.

Rating Criteria

0%Disability Rating

Slight

10%Disability Rating

Moderate

20%Disability Rating

Moderately Severe

30%Disability Rating

Severe

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