DC 5051Musculoskeletal System38 CFR § 4.71a
Shoulder replacement (prosthesis).
VA disability rating criteria for Shoulder replacement (prosthesis). under Diagnostic Code 5051. The VA assigns ratings of 20%, 30%, 50%, 60%, 100% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.
Rating Criteria
20%Disability Rating
Minimum rating; 30
30%Disability Rating
Minimum rating; 20
50%Disability Rating
With chronic residuals consisting of severe, painful motion or weakness in the affected extremity; 60
60%Disability Rating
With chronic residuals consisting of severe, painful motion or weakness in the affected extremity; 50
100%Disability Rating
For 1 year following implantation of prosthesis; 100
Secondary Conditions
1 known secondary condition linked to Shoulder replacement (prosthesis).
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