VASRD 5041 · Musculoskeletal - Amputations

Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third VA Disability Rating

Loss of leg above the knee in the upper thigh area.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
90%Upper leg amputated high above the knee.

How the VA Evaluates Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third

Measured length of residual limb must be in the upper third of the thigh; generally within the top third from the hip.

Approval rate

High – due to severity and visibility of condition.

Annual service-connected

650 veterans

Average rating

90%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Surgical records
  • •VA prosthetics and rehabilitation evaluations
  • •Measurement of residual limb

Strategy Tips

  • •Provide precise residual limb length
  • •List secondary effects like phantom pain or contracture

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Incorrect measurement of residual limb
  • •Omitting prosthetic fitting details

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Improper or missing stump measurement
  • •Not describing secondary conditions like pain

Onset Patterns

  • •Typically after traumatic injury or surgical removal from disease

Secondary Conditions

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

  • Phantom Limb Pain

    Common after limb amputation

  • Hip Contracture

    Muscle tightening due to stump positioning

Common questions about Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third

Is Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third under VASRD diagnostic code 5041 (Musculoskeletal - Amputations). Loss of leg above the knee in the upper thigh area.
What VA disability rating can I get for Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third?
Possible VA ratings for Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third are 90%. Examples: 90% — Upper leg amputated high above the knee..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third?
The average awarded rating for Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third is 90%. Roughly 650 veterans are service-connected for Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third each year. Typical approval likelihood: High – due to severity and visibility of condition..
What evidence helps prove Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third claim includes: Surgical records; VA prosthetics and rehabilitation evaluations; Measurement of residual limb.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third?
Common pitfalls when filing for Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third: Improper or missing stump measurement; Not describing secondary conditions like pain.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Amputation of Thigh, Upper Third include: Phantom Limb Pain, Hip Contracture. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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