38 CFR Part 4 — 38 CFR § 4.71a
Thigh amputation, upper third
Musculoskeletal
Diagnostic code
5161
Why your DC matters: DC 5161 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 5161 in the subpart for your body system.
Next Steps
If your rating decision lists DC 5161, compare your current symptoms and documentation against the criteria for DC 5161 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 5150Two digits of one hand, amputation of the long and little
- DC 5151Two digits of one hand, amputation of the ring and little
- DC 5152Thumb, amputation
- DC 5153Index finger, amputation
- DC 5154Long finger, amputation
- DC 5155Ring finger, amputation
- DC 5156Little finger, amputation
- DC 5160Complete amputation, lower extremity
- DC 5162Thigh amputation, middle or lower thirds
- DC 5163Leg amputation with a defective stump, thigh amputation recommended
- DC 5164Leg amputation not improvable by a prosthesis controlled by natural knee action
- DC 5165Leg amputation at a lower level, permitting a prosthesis
- DC 5166Forefoot amputation proximal to the metatarsal bones (more than one-half of the metatarsal lost)
- DC 5167Foot, loss of use of
- DC 5170Toes, all, amputation of, without metatarsal loss or transmetatarsal, amputation of, with up to half of metatarsal loss
- DC 5171Great toe, amputation
Also: DC code lookup (tools) lists the same index in a compact layout.
Source: 38 CFR Part 4, Diagnostic Code 5161 • va.gov
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