Loss of Index, Middle, and Little Fingers — VA Disability Rating (DC 5129)

Diagnostic Code 5129 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of the index, middle, and little fingers. Rating similar to DC 5128 depending on hand dominance and specific levels.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
40%Non-dominant extremity: amputation index, middle, and little fingers. Rated at 40%.
50%Dominant extremity: amputation index, middle, and little fingers. Rated at 50%.

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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