Arthritis, Post-Traumatic Types
Arthritis, Post-Traumatic Types is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5010 in the Musculoskeletal Diseases category. Maximum rating: 20%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 20% | Rate as degenerative arthritis (5003) |
| 10% | Rate as degenerative arthritis (5003) |
Important Notes
Rate as degenerative arthritis. Document in-service injury.
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