VASRD 5045 · Musculoskeletal System

Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) VA Disability Rating

Replacement of the hip joint with a prosthesis due to injury, arthritis, or degeneration.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
100%You’ve had a hip replacement and need crutches to get around.
90%Your hip replacement causes pain and weakness, but you don’t need crutches.
70%Your hip replacement symptoms make daily movement difficult.
30%You had a hip replacement but only mild symptoms remain.

How the VA Evaluates Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)

Must show evidence of prosthetic hip replacement and post-operative impairment based on function and assistive device use.

Approval rate

Moderate – highly dependent on surgical records and post-op limitations.

Annual service-connected

13,478 veterans

Average rating

70%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Post-surgical operative reports
  • •Orthopedic surgeon assessments
  • •Physical therapy records showing limitations

Strategy Tips

  • •Include physical therapy reports showing limitations
  • •Show long-term use of mobility aids if applicable
  • •Highlight how symptoms affect daily tasks

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Failing to describe daily limitations clearly
  • •Lack of documentation on assistive device use
  • •No connection shown to service injury or arthritis

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Assuming all surgeries are automatically service-connected
  • •Omitting post-surgery limitations or complications

Onset Patterns

  • •Pain and stiffness prior to surgery
  • •Improvement followed by residual symptoms post-surgery

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Hip Replacement (Prosthetic). Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Sciatic Nerve Pain

    Can result from surgical irritation or altered biomechanics

  • Depression

    Chronic pain and reduced mobility can impact mood

Common questions about Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)

Is Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) under VASRD diagnostic code 5045 (Musculoskeletal System). Replacement of the hip joint with a prosthesis due to injury, arthritis, or degeneration.
What VA disability rating can I get for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)?
Possible VA ratings for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) are 100%, 90%, 70%, 30%. Examples: 100% — You’ve had a hip replacement and need crutches to get around.; 90% — Your hip replacement causes pain and weakness, but you don’t need crutches.; 70% — Your hip replacement symptoms make daily movement difficult..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)?
The average awarded rating for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) is 70%. Roughly 13,478 veterans are service-connected for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate – highly dependent on surgical records and post-op limitations..
What evidence helps prove Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) claim includes: Post-surgical operative reports; Orthopedic surgeon assessments; Physical therapy records showing limitations.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)?
Common pitfalls when filing for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic): Assuming all surgeries are automatically service-connected; Omitting post-surgery limitations or complications.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) include: Sciatic Nerve Pain, Depression. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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