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DC 5320Musculoskeletal System38 CFR § 4.73

Group XX.Postural support of body; extension and lateral movements of spine.Sacrospinalis (erector spinae and its prolongations in thoracic and cervical regions) Function: Spinal muscles

VA disability rating criteria for Group XX.Postural support of body; extension and lateral movements of spine.Sacrospinalis (erector spinae and its prolongations in thoracic and cervical regions) Function: Spinal muscles under Diagnostic Code 5320. The VA assigns ratings of 0%, 10%, 20%, 40%, 60% 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

40%Disability Rating

Severe

60%Disability Rating

Severe

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