Loss of Ring Finger Distal to PIP Joint — VA Disability Rating (DC 5146)

Diagnostic Code 5146 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of the ring finger distal to the proximal interphalangeal joint. Rated at 10%.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
10%Amputation distal to PIP joint. Rating of 10% applies.

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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