Secondary Condition Claim · VASRD 5200
Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) Secondary to Arm, Limitation of Motion
A condition caused or aggravated by an already service-connected disability can be granted its own service connection as a secondary condition under 38 CFR § 3.310. Here's how that works for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) when it develops after Arm, Limitation of Motion.
Why Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) Is Linked to Arm, Limitation of Motion
Limited movement can lead to stiffness
Primary condition · VASRD 5201
Arm, Limitation of Motion
Difficulty or inability to raise the arm due to injury or joint damage.
Secondary condition · VASRD 5200
Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)
Shoulder ankylosis means your joint is stiff or frozen, severely limiting arm motion.
Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) VA Rating Tiers
The VA rates Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) the same way whether it's claimed directly or as secondary to Arm, Limitation of Motion — severity of Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) itself determines the percentage.
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 50% | Your dominant shoulder is fused and the arm cannot be moved out more than 25 degrees from your side. |
| 40% | Either that same 25-degree fusion in your non-dominant shoulder, or an in-between fusion in your dominant shoulder. |
| 30% | Either an in-between fusion in your non-dominant shoulder, or a favorable fusion in your dominant shoulder that still lets you reach your mouth and head. |
| 20% | Your non-dominant shoulder is fused, but the arm still comes out to 60 degrees and you can reach your mouth and head. |
Example combined rating
20% Arm, Limitation of Motion + 30% Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) = 44%
The VA combines ratings with Table I of 38 CFR 4.25, not simple addition — 20% and 30% combine to 44%, not 50%. These figures are illustrative; your actual rating for each condition depends on your own evaluation.
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Evidence for a Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) Secondary Claim
- •X-rays or MRI confirming true joint fusion.
- •Range-of-motion tests from a VA C&P exam.
- •An orthopedic surgeon's report documenting the fusion's severity and angle.
Common questions about Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) secondary to Arm, Limitation of Motion
- Can Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) be service-connected as secondary to Arm, Limitation of Motion?
- Yes. Under 38 CFR § 3.310, a condition that is caused or aggravated by an already service-connected disability can be granted secondary service connection. Limited movement can lead to stiffness You'll need a current Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) diagnosis and a medical nexus opinion li…
- What VA rating can I get for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) as a secondary condition?
- Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) is rated under VASRD diagnostic code 5200 using the same criteria whether it's a direct or secondary claim: possible ratings are 50%, 40%, 30%, 20%. The rating depends on the severity of Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) itself,…
- How does a secondary Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) claim affect my combined VA rating?
- The VA doesn't add ratings together. Using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25): a 20% rating for Arm, Limitation of Motion combined with a 30% rating for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) (example figures) produces a combined rating of 44%, not 50%. Approving Ankylosis of th…
- What evidence do I need to service-connect Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) as secondary to Arm, Limitation of Motion?
- Strong evidence for the underlying Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) diagnosis includes: X-rays or MRI confirming true joint fusion.; Range-of-motion tests from a VA C&P exam.; An orthopedic surgeon's report documenting the fusion's severity and angle.. For the secondary link itself, a nexu…
Primary condition
Full Arm, Limitation of Motion guide
Secondary condition
Full Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) guide
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