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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.
This 10 percent rating and the other partial ratings of 30 percent or less are to be combined with ratings for ankylosis, limited motion, nonunion or malunion, shortening, etc., subject, of course, to the amputation rule.
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.
19 Σεπ 2024 · Spinal stenosis secondary to radiculopathy is rated under Diagnostic Code 5238 as part of the General Rating Formula for Diseases and Injuries of the Spine in 38 CFR § 4.71a. Ratings range from 10% to 100%, based on limitations in range of motion, the presence of ankylosis, or incapacitating episodes.
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.
18 Ιουν 2019 · Cervical strain (Diagnostic Code 5237) – stretched or torn muscle or tendon in the neck. Degenerative arthritis of the spine (Diagnostic Code 5242) – degeneration of the cervical vertebrae resulting in pain. Cervical spine stenosis (Diagnostic Code 5238) – narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck.
24 Ιουλ 2020 · Veterans Law. VA Disability Ratings for Spinal Stenosis. Alyse Phillips. July 24, 2020. Updated: June 20, 2024. What is Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces within your spine, which can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. Most of the time, spinal stenosis occurs in the lower back and the neck.
