VASRD 5006 · Musculoskeletal

Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis VA Disability Rating

A form of arthritis causing bone spurs and joint pain.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
20%Painful, limited joint movement confirmed by a doctor.
10%X-rays show arthritis and movement causes pain.

How the VA Evaluates Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis

Diagnosis by X-ray showing osteophytes and joint space narrowing, along with pain or limited movement.

Approval rate

High – common condition with objective signs.

Annual service-connected

55,200 veterans

Average rating

10%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •X-ray showing joint degeneration
  • •Reports of limited range of motion
  • •Pain documented in exam or daily life

Strategy Tips

  • •Include daily function examples
  • •Have recent imaging ready

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •No objective findings (e.g., no range of motion test)
  • •X-rays not submitted

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Submitting without imaging
  • •No documentation of pain or motion limits

Onset Patterns

  • •Worsens over years with aging or joint strain
  • •Often affects knees, hips, and hands

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Joint Instability

    Bone degeneration affects joint structure

Common questions about Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis

Is Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis under VASRD diagnostic code 5006 (Musculoskeletal). A form of arthritis causing bone spurs and joint pain.
What VA disability rating can I get for Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis?
Possible VA ratings for Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis are 20%, 10%. Examples: 20% — Painful, limited joint movement confirmed by a doctor.; 10% — X-rays show arthritis and movement causes pain..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis?
The average awarded rating for Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis is 10%. Roughly 55,200 veterans are service-connected for Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis each year. Typical approval likelihood: High – common condition with objective signs..
What evidence helps prove Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis claim includes: X-ray showing joint degeneration; Reports of limited range of motion; Pain documented in exam or daily life.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis?
Common pitfalls when filing for Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis: Submitting without imaging; No documentation of pain or motion limits.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Hypertrophic Osteoarthritis include: Joint Instability. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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