Diagnostic Code 5162 · 38 CFR §4.71a
Amputation at the upper third of the thigh. Very short residual limb makes prosthetic use extremely difficult. Rated at 80%.
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 80% | Amputation upper third of thigh. Rating of 80% applies. |
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.