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DC 5229Musculoskeletal System38 CFR § 4.71a

Index or long finger, limitation of motion

VA disability rating criteria for Index or long finger, limitation of motion under Diagnostic Code 5229. The VA assigns ratings of 0%, 10% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.

Rating Criteria

0%Disability Rating

With a gap of less than one inch (2.5 cm.) between the fingertip and the proximal transverse crease of the palm, with the finger flexed to the extent possible, and; extension is limited by no more than 30 degrees; 0

10%Disability Rating

With a gap of one inch (2.5 cm.) or more between the fingertip and the proximal transverse crease of the palm, with the finger flexed to the extent possible, or; with extension limited by more than 30 degrees; 10

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