Diagnostic Code 5139 · 38 CFR §4.71a
Amputation of the index finger at or through the proximal interphalangeal joint. Rated at 30% dominant or 20% non-dominant.
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 20% | Non-dominant extremity: amputation at proximal interphalangeal joint. Rated at 20%. |
| 30% | Dominant extremity: amputation at proximal interphalangeal joint. Rated at 30%. |
Service treatment records or VA medical records documenting the amputation. Operative reports if surgical. Documentation of the specific amputation level. Prosthetic evaluation records. For traumatic amputations, line of duty determination and incident documentation.