VASRD 8621 · Neurological Conditions

Femoral Nerve, Neuritis VA Disability Rating

Irritation or inflammation of the femoral nerve, causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the thigh.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
40%Constant thigh pain or loss of strength
30%Daily pain or numbness
20%Frequent issues walking or squatting
10%Occasional symptoms

How the VA Evaluates Femoral Nerve, Neuritis

EMG/NCS, physical exam, history of leg weakness or trauma.

Approval rate

Moderate (~60%) if tied to leg injury or surgery.

Annual service-connected

2,400 veterans

Average rating

20%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • Neurologist reports
  • Functional gait tests
  • Leg strength logs

Strategy Tips

  • Describe mobility issues
  • Include EMG results

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • Missing nerve conduction data
  • No walking impact recorded

Common Filing Mistakes

  • Not linking to past leg injuries
  • No functional impact described

Onset Patterns

  • Can follow surgery, trauma, or diabetes

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Femoral Nerve, Neuritis. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Gait Abnormality

    Caused by nerve weakness

  • Knee Pain

    Imbalanced leg motion

Common questions about Femoral Nerve, Neuritis

Is Femoral Nerve, Neuritis a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Femoral Nerve, Neuritis under VASRD diagnostic code 8621 (Neurological Conditions). Irritation or inflammation of the femoral nerve, causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the thigh.
What VA disability rating can I get for Femoral Nerve, Neuritis?
Possible VA ratings for Femoral Nerve, Neuritis are 40%, 30%, 20%, 10%. Examples: 40% — Constant thigh pain or loss of strength; 30% — Daily pain or numbness; 20% — Frequent issues walking or squatting.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Femoral Nerve, Neuritis?
The average awarded rating for Femoral Nerve, Neuritis is 20%. Roughly 2,400 veterans are service-connected for Femoral Nerve, Neuritis each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate (~60%) if tied to leg injury or surgery..
What evidence helps prove Femoral Nerve, Neuritis for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Femoral Nerve, Neuritis claim includes: Neurologist reports; Functional gait tests; Leg strength logs.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Femoral Nerve, Neuritis?
Common pitfalls when filing for Femoral Nerve, Neuritis: Not linking to past leg injuries; No functional impact described.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Femoral Nerve, Neuritis?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Femoral Nerve, Neuritis include: Gait Abnormality, Knee Pain. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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