VASRD 5122 · Musculoskeletal / Amputation

Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) VA Disability Rating

Partial amputation of the hand below the base of fingers.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
70%Major hand partially amputated
60%Minor hand partially amputated

How the VA Evaluates Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal)

Level of amputation, dominant hand status, and functional impact.

Approval rate

Very High (~95%) if amputation is documented.

Annual service-connected

450 veterans

Average rating

65%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Surgical reports
  • •Orthopedic evaluation

Strategy Tips

  • •Include occupational therapy and use reports
  • •Document any assistive device usage

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Lack of functional use evaluation
  • •No specification of dominant hand

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Failing to distinguish between major and minor hand
  • •Lack of rehab records

Onset Patterns

  • •Combat injury, industrial accident

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal). Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Phantom Limb Pain

    Nerve impact

  • Depression

    Loss of limb function

Common questions about Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal)

Is Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) under VASRD diagnostic code 5122 (Musculoskeletal / Amputation). Partial amputation of the hand below the base of fingers.
What VA disability rating can I get for Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal)?
Possible VA ratings for Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) are 70%, 60%. Examples: 70% — Major hand partially amputated; 60% — Minor hand partially amputated.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal)?
The average awarded rating for Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) is 65%. Roughly 450 veterans are service-connected for Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) each year. Typical approval likelihood: Very High (~95%) if amputation is documented..
What evidence helps prove Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) claim includes: Surgical reports; Orthopedic evaluation.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal)?
Common pitfalls when filing for Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal): Failing to distinguish between major and minor hand; Lack of rehab records.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal)?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Amputation of Hand (Below Metacarpal) include: Phantom Limb Pain, Depression. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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