Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 5317)

The VA rates Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 under Diagnostic Code 5317 at the following tiers: 0%, 20%, 40%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Slight. The maximum 40% rating requires: Moderately Severe.

Diagnostic Code 5317 is the VA rating identifier for Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.73. 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 Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 under DC 5317 is 40%. This tier requires: Moderately Severe. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.73, Diagnostic Code 5317. 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 Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 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 Group XVII.Extension of hip (1); abduction of thigh; elevation of opposite side of pelvis (2, 3); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XIV (6) in postural support of body steadying pelvis upon head of femur and condyles of femur on tibia (1).(1) Gluteus maximus; (2) gluteus medius; (3) gluteus minimus Function: Pelvic girdle group 2 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.