Benign Neoplasms of the Bone

Benign Neoplasms of the Bone is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5015 in the Musculoskeletal Diseases category. Maximum rating: 10%.

Rating Criteria

Rating Criteria
10% Benign bone neoplasms: rate on limitation of motion or impairment of function

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