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DC 5053Musculoskeletal System38 CFR § 4.71a

Wrist replacement (prosthesis).

VA disability rating criteria for Wrist replacement (prosthesis). under Diagnostic Code 5053. The VA assigns ratings of 20%, 30%, 40%, 100% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.

Rating Criteria

20%Disability Rating

Minimum rating; 20

30%Disability Rating

With chronic residuals consisting of severe, painful motion or weakness in the affected extremity; 40

40%Disability Rating

With chronic residuals consisting of severe, painful motion or weakness in the affected extremity; 30

100%Disability Rating

For 1 year following implantation of prosthesis; 100

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