Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 5208)

The VA rates Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° under Diagnostic Code 5208 at the following tiers: 20%. The minimum 20% rating requires: 20. The maximum 20% rating requires: 20.

Diagnostic Code 5208 is the VA rating identifier for Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a. It defines the specific symptom criteria and percentage thresholds a VA adjudicator uses to assign a disability rating. The diagnostic code is listed on a veteran's rating decision letter.

The highest schedular rating for Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° under DC 5208 is 20%. This tier requires: 20. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5208. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

The key evidence for Forearm, flexion limited to 100° and extension to 45° depends on the body system. For musculoskeletal conditions, range of motion measurements (active, passive, weight-bearing, and non-weight-bearing per Correia v. McDonald) and documented flare-ups are the most impactful evidence. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional is essential for contested claims.