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13 Μαρ 2020 · The highest possible VA disability rating for Radiculopathy, across all radicular groups, with complete paralysis, is 90%. So, let’s take a minute to explore the law regarding the symptoms and impairment required to warrant a VA disability rating for Radiculopathy.
5243 Intervertebral disc syndrome: Assign this diagnostic code only when there is disc herniation with compression and/or irritation of the adjacent nerve root; assign diagnostic code 5242 for all other disc diagnoses.
25 Σεπ 2024 · The VA typically rates cervical radiculopathy under the diagnostic codes for diseases of the peripheral nerves, specifically those affecting the upper radicular group (5th and 6th cervicals). The most commonly used codes are 8510, 8610, and 8710, which correspond to paralysis, neuritis, and neuralgia of the upper radicular group, respectively.
5243 Intervertebral disc syndrome: Assign this diagnostic code only when there is disc herniation with compression and/or irritation of the adjacent nerve root; assign diagnostic code 5242 for all other disc diagnoses.
23 Μαρ 2019 · Veterans Law. VA Disability Ratings for Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) Kaitlyn Degnan. March 23, 2019. Updated: June 20, 2024. What is Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)? Degenerative disc disease typically affects the lower back or neck. The condition occurs when the discs between vertebrae lose cushioning, fragment, and herniate.
11 Οκτ 2024 · Cervical radiculopathy is evaluated under codes 8510, 8610, and 8710. Lumbar radiculopathy is evaluated under codes 8520, 8620, and 8720. Bilateral factor: If both sides of the body, such as the arms or the legs, are impacted, the VA will issue a rating for each side.
23 Απρ 2020 · What Is the VA Disability Rating for Radiculopathy? A doctor’s physical exam and electromyogram (EMG) that confirms a radicular condition serve as bases for ratings. The VA uses a general rating formula called the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities to determine the specific percent rating.
