Traumatic paralysis, complete — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 5244)
The VA rates Traumatic paralysis, complete under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5244, from 10% to 60% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 60% rating requires With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 6 weeks during the past 12 months. Related conditions in the Musculoskeletal body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Traumatic paralysis, complete?
With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least one week but less than 2 weeks during the past 12 months
With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 2 weeks but less than 4 weeks during the past 12 months
With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 4 weeks but less than 6 weeks during the past 12 months
With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 6 weeks during the past 12 months
“With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 4 weeks but less than 6 weeks during the past 12 months”
How does the VA rate Musculoskeletal conditions?
Common Questions About Traumatic paralysis, complete VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Traumatic paralysis, complete?
The VA rates Traumatic paralysis, complete under Diagnostic Code 5244 at the following tiers: 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%. The minimum 10% rating requires: With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least one week but less than 2 weeks during the past 12 months. The maximum 60% rating requires: With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 6 weeks during the past 12 months.
What is Diagnostic Code 5244?
Diagnostic Code 5244 is the VA rating identifier for Traumatic paralysis, complete 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.
What is the highest rating for Traumatic paralysis, complete?
The highest schedular rating for Traumatic paralysis, complete under DC 5244 is 60%. This tier requires: With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 6 weeks during the past 12 months. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Traumatic paralysis, complete alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What 38 CFR section governs Traumatic paralysis, complete ratings?
Traumatic paralysis, complete is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5244. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Traumatic paralysis, complete?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Traumatic paralysis, complete may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Traumatic paralysis, complete?
Service connection for Traumatic paralysis, complete 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.
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