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Diagnostic Code 5202: Humerus, other impairment of

Musculoskeletal System · 38 CFR §4.71a · All codes in this system

Evaluation criteriaMajorMinor
Loss of head of (flail shoulder)80%70%
Nonunion of (false flail joint)60%50%
Fibrous union of50%40%
Recurrent dislocation of at scapulohumeral joint:
With frequent episodes and guarding of all arm movements30%20%
With infrequent episodes and guarding of movement only at shoulder level (flexion and/or abduction at 90 °)20%20%
Malunion of:
Marked deformity30%20%
Moderate deformity20%20%

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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.71a, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.