VASRD 5042 · Musculoskeletal - Amputations

Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third VA Disability Rating

Above-the-knee amputation involving the lower thigh.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
80%Leg removed just above the knee joint.

How the VA Evaluates Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third

Residual limb length between the midpoint and the knee joint line.

Approval rate

High – with surgical records and proper documentation.

Annual service-connected

740 veterans

Average rating

80%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Post-op surgical documentation
  • •Prosthetic fitting and rehab logs
  • •VA disability exam measuring limb

Strategy Tips

  • •Include prosthetic and gait training records
  • •Describe daily challenges with mobility

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Measurement errors or incorrect classification as mid-thigh
  • •Lack of rehab evidence

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •No clear imaging or measurement records
  • •Failing to list secondary effects like socket discomfort

Onset Patterns

  • •Results from trauma, tumors, or severe infections

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Residual Limb Pain

    Frequent at stump/prosthetic interface

  • Knee Joint Phantom Pain

    Amputation can leave perceived pain at lost joint

Common questions about Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third

Is Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third under VASRD diagnostic code 5042 (Musculoskeletal - Amputations). Above-the-knee amputation involving the lower thigh.
What VA disability rating can I get for Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third?
Possible VA ratings for Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third are 80%. Examples: 80% — Leg removed just above the knee joint..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third?
The average awarded rating for Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third is 80%. Roughly 740 veterans are service-connected for Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third each year. Typical approval likelihood: High – with surgical records and proper documentation..
What evidence helps prove Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third claim includes: Post-op surgical documentation; Prosthetic fitting and rehab logs; VA disability exam measuring limb.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third?
Common pitfalls when filing for Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third: No clear imaging or measurement records; Failing to list secondary effects like socket discomfort.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Amputation of Thigh, Lower Third include: Residual Limb Pain, Knee Joint Phantom Pain. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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