38 CFR Part 4 — 38 CFR § 4.71a
Arm amputation, below insertion of deltoid
Musculoskeletal
Diagnostic code
5122
Why your DC matters: DC 5122 identifies the rating criteria VA applies to this condition. The controlling regulation and the evidence in an individual record determine the evaluation; no page can predict an outcome.
Official source
Until this catalog entry is independently reviewed, this page is identification only. Read the live schedule at 38 CFR Part 4 (eCFR) — locate diagnostic code 5122 in the subpart for your body system.
Next Steps
If your rating decision lists DC 5122, compare your current symptoms and documentation against the criteria for DC 5122 in 38 CFR Part 4. Consider:
- Requesting a copy of your rating decision and C&P exam report from the VA
- Gathering all relevant medical records (VA and private providers)
- Documenting functional limitations and how they impact work and daily activities
- Discussing whether medical-opinion evidence is needed with an accredited representative
- Reviewing any potentially related conditions with a qualified clinician and accredited representative
- Contacting a VA-accredited VSO, claims agent, or attorney to review your file
This is general educational information only — not legal or medical advice.
Other codes in this body system
Nearby catalog entries in Musculoskeletal, ordered by diagnostic code number. All Musculoskeletal codes
- DC 5106Anatomical loss of both hands
- DC 5107Anatomical loss of both feet
- DC 5108Anatomical loss of one hand and one foot
- DC 5109Loss of use of both hands
- DC 5110Loss of use of both feet
- DC 5111Loss of use of one hand and one foot
- DC 5120Complete amputation, upper extremity
- DC 5121Arm amputation, above insertion of deltoid
- DC 5123Forearm amputation, above insertion of pronator teres
- DC 5124Forearm amputation, below insertion of pronator teres
- DC 5125Hand, loss of use of
- DC 5126Five digits of one hand, amputation
- DC 5127Four digits of one hand, amputation of the thumb, index, long and ring
- DC 5128Four digits of one hand, amputation of the thumb, index, long and little
- DC 5129Four digits of one hand, amputation of the thumb, index, ring and little
- DC 5130Four digits of one hand, amputation of the thumb, long, ring and little
Also: DC code lookup (tools) lists the same index in a compact layout.
Source: 38 CFR Part 4, Diagnostic Code 5122 • va.gov
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