VASRD 5255 · Musculoskeletal System

Femur, Impairment of VA Disability Rating

Problems from a broken thigh bone that hasn’t healed right.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
80%Fracture of shaft or anatomical neck with nonunion, with loose motion (spiral or oblique fracture)
60%Fracture of shaft or anatomical neck with nonunion, without loose motion
30%Malunion of femur with marked knee or hip disability
20%Malunion of femur with moderate knee or hip disability
10%Malunion of femur with slight knee or hip disability

How the VA Evaluates Femur, Impairment of

Based on how badly the femur is healed and if there's loose motion or deformity causing knee or hip problems.

Approval rate

Moderate (40–50%)

Annual service-connected

16,000 veterans

Average rating

30%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •X-rays
  • •Orthopedic surgeon notes
  • •Mobility testing

Strategy Tips

  • •Include gait evaluation
  • •Highlight impact on walking or work

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Failing to document instability or loose motion

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Not explaining functional limitations clearly
  • •Missing records of prior fracture

Onset Patterns

  • •Often from combat injuries or falls

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Femur, Impairment of. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common questions about Femur, Impairment of

Is Femur, Impairment of a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Femur, Impairment of under VASRD diagnostic code 5255 (Musculoskeletal System). Problems from a broken thigh bone that hasn’t healed right.
What VA disability rating can I get for Femur, Impairment of?
Possible VA ratings for Femur, Impairment of are 80%, 60%, 30%, 20%, 10%. Examples: 80% — Fracture of shaft or anatomical neck with nonunion, with loose motion (spiral or oblique fracture); 60% — Fracture of shaft or anatomical neck with nonunion, without loose motion; 30% — Malunion of femur with marked knee or hip d…
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Femur, Impairment of?
The average awarded rating for Femur, Impairment of is 30%. Roughly 16,000 veterans are service-connected for Femur, Impairment of each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate (40–50%).
What evidence helps prove Femur, Impairment of for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Femur, Impairment of claim includes: X-rays; Orthopedic surgeon notes; Mobility testing.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Femur, Impairment of?
Common pitfalls when filing for Femur, Impairment of: Not explaining functional limitations clearly; Missing records of prior fracture.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Femur, Impairment of?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Femur, Impairment of include: , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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