Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 5263)

The VA rates Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) under Diagnostic Code 5263 at the following tiers: 10%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated). The maximum 10% rating requires: Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated).

Diagnostic Code 5263 is the VA rating identifier for Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) 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 Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) under DC 5263 is 10%. This tier requires: Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated). Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5263. 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 Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) 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 Genu recurvatum (acquired, traumatic, with weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing objectively demonstrated) 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.