Loss of Thumb at Distal Phalanx — VA Disability Rating (DC 5152)

Diagnostic Code 5152 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of the thumb at the distal phalanx (tip). Rated at 30% dominant or 20% non-dominant. Some pinch function preserved.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
20%Non-dominant extremity: amputation at distal phalanx. Rated at 20%.
30%Dominant extremity: amputation at distal phalanx. Rated at 30%.

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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