Loss of use of both hands (DC 5109) | VA Rating Tool

Diagnostic Code5109
CategoryThe Musculoskeletal System
SubcategoryCombination of Disabilities
Also Known AsBoth hands
CFR Section38 CFR § 4.71a
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Rating Criteria
100% 5109 Loss of use of both hands
60% With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 6 weeks during the past 12 months
40% With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 4 weeks but less than 6 weeks during the past 12 months
20% With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 2 weeks but less than 4 weeks during the past 12 months
10% With incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least one week but less than 2 weeks during the past 12 months