Heterotopic ossification DC 5023

Heterotopic ossification VA Disability Rating Details

Diagnostic Code5023
CategoryThe Musculoskeletal System
SubcategoryAcute, Subacute, or Chronic Diseases
Also Known AsHeterotopic ossification
CFR Section38 CFR ยง 4.71a
Rating Criteria
Rating Criteria
20% With X-ray evidence of involvement of 2 or more major joints or 2 or more minor joint groups, with occasional incapacitating exacerbations
10% With X-ray evidence of involvement of 2 or more major joints or 2 or more minor joint groups