Loss of Index and Middle Fingers — VA Disability Rating (DC 5132)

Diagnostic Code 5132 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of the index and middle fingers. Rated at approximately 40% dominant or 30% non-dominant. Affects precision grip significantly.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
30%Non-dominant extremity: amputation index and middle fingers. Rated at 30%.
40%Dominant extremity: amputation index and middle fingers. Rated at 40%.

Evidence Needed

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.

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