Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles VA Disability Rating

VA Rating Tiers

How the VA Evaluates Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles

Range of motion, weakness, and endurance testing.

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common questions about Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles

Is Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles a VA-rated disability?

Yes. The VA rates Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles under VASRD diagnostic code 5301 (Musculoskeletal System). Damage to muscles that stabilize the shoulder joint.

What VA disability rating can I get for Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles?

Possible VA ratings for Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles are 10%, 20%, 30%. Examples: 10% — Slight injury; 20% — Moderate limitation of motion; 30% — Severe impairment with marked weakness or fatigue.

What's the typical VA rating awarded for Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles?

The average awarded rating for Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles is 20%. Roughly 3,900 veterans are service-connected for Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate.

What evidence helps prove Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles for VA disability?

Strong evidence for a Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles claim includes: Orthopedic report; Physical therapy records; MRI.

What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles?

Common pitfalls when filing for Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles: No imaging; Vague complaints.

What conditions are commonly secondary to Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles?

Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Muscle Group I - Shoulder girdle muscles include: , , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.