Neoplasms, Benign: Muscles
Neoplasms, Benign: Muscles is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5328 in the Muscle Miscellaneous category.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Rate on impairment of function of affected body part |
Important Notes
Per 38 CFR ยง 4.73 DC 5328. Benign muscle neoplasms are rated based on the functional impairment they cause to the affected muscle group. Evaluate under the appropriate muscle group diagnostic code based on limitation of motion, weakness, or other functional deficits.
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