Loss of Thumb and Two Fingers of One Hand — VA Disability Rating (DC 5122)

Diagnostic Code 5122 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of the thumb and two fingers of one hand. Rated at 50% dominant or 40% non-dominant. Significant loss of grip and pinch capability.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
40%Non-dominant extremity: amputation thumb plus two fingers. Rated at 40%.
50%Dominant extremity: amputation thumb plus two 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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