VA Diagnostic Code 5001Bones and joints, tuberculosis of, active or inactive
A single 100% rating under § 4.71a. Here is what the VA requires for it.
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Summary
Inactive: See §§ 4.88c and 4.89
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Tuberculosis of the Bones and Joints (Diagnostic Code 5001)
Understanding This Condition
Tuberculosis of the bones and joints is rated under Diagnostic Code 5001 within the VA's Musculoskeletal System rating schedule. This condition is evaluated under § 4.71a of the federal rating regulations and may be rated as either active or inactive.
Available Rating Levels
The VA uses the following rating criteria for this condition:
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Active |
What the VA Looks For
- Active tuberculosis of the bones and joints is rated at 100%.
- For inactive tuberculosis of the bones and joints, the VA refers to the criteria found in §§ 4.88c and 4.89.
This overview is based solely on the VA rating schedule information for Diagnostic Code 5001, § 4.71a. It is provided for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Individual ratings depend on the specific facts of each claim as evaluated by the VA.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.71a, diagnostic code 5001. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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