Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) VA Disability Rating

VA Rating Tiers

How the VA Evaluates Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus)

Under 38 CFR 4.73, DC 5316 rates injury of Muscle Group XVI: pelvic girdle group 1, which the schedule lists as the psoas, the iliacus and the pectineus. Their stated function is flexion of the hip. The code grades the injury as severe (40 percent), moderately severe (30 percent), moderate (10 percent) or slight (0 percent), in a single column, so the evaluation does not change with which side is injured. There is no 20 percent step in this code: the schedule drops from 30 percent for a moderately severe injury straight to 10 percent for a moderate one.

Vetrify editorial estimates informed by VA published claims data (VBA Annual Benefits Report) and the VA rating schedule — not official VA statistics.

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus). Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

• Hip pain

• Postural imbalance

• Limping

Common questions about Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus)

Is Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) a VA-rated disability?

Yes. The VA rates Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) under VASRD diagnostic code 5316 (Musculoskeletal System). Injury to the deep muscles that lift the thigh toward the chest — the psoas, iliacus and pectineus.

What VA disability rating can I get for Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus)?

Possible VA ratings for Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) are 40%, 30%, 10%, 0%. Examples: 40%: Severe damage to the hip flexor muscles.; 30%: Moderately severe damage to the hip flexor muscles.; 10%: Moderate damage to the hip flexor muscles — the next step up under this code is 30 percent..

What's the typical VA rating awarded for Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus)?

Vetrify estimates the typical rating awarded for Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) at around 30%, based on VA claims data and the rating schedule. An estimated 1,600 veterans are service-connected for Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus). Estimated approval outlook: Moder…

What evidence helps prove Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) for VA disability?

Strong evidence for a Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) claim includes: An orthopedic exam documenting the muscle injury.; Physical therapy records tracking strength and function.; MRI imaging showing the extent of muscle involvement..

What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus)?

Common pitfalls when filing for Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus): Lack of range-of-motion testing.; No specialist documentation to confirm the diagnosis and its severity..

What conditions are commonly secondary to Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus)?

Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Muscle Group XVI - Hip Flexors (Psoas, Iliacus, Pectineus) include: Hip pain, Postural imbalance, Limping. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

Official sources

1. 38 CFR § 4.73 — Schedule of ratings — muscle injuries (Diagnostic Code 5316)

Rating criteria on this page are an educational summary of the cited regulation — the eCFR text is authoritative. See how Vetrify derives its numbers.