Forearm, limitation of flexion of — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 5206)

The VA rates Forearm, limitation of flexion of under Diagnostic Code 5206 at the following tiers: 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Flexion limited to 110°; 0. The maximum 50% rating requires: Flexion limited to 45°; 40.

Diagnostic Code 5206 is the VA rating identifier for Forearm, limitation of flexion of 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, limitation of flexion of under DC 5206 is 50%. This tier requires: Flexion limited to 45°; 40. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Forearm, limitation of flexion of 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, limitation of flexion of is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5206. 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, limitation of flexion of may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

Service connection for Forearm, limitation of flexion of requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease that may have caused or aggravated it, and (3) a medical nexus connecting the current diagnosis to that in-service event. A nexus letter from a treating physician or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence. C&P exam findings can also establish nexus if adequately documented.