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Diagnostic Code 5214: Wrist, ankylosis of

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

Evaluation criteriaMajorMinor
Unfavorable, in any degree of palmar flexion, or with ulnar or radial deviation50%40%
Any other position, except favorable40%30%
Favorable in 20° to 30° dorsiflexion30%20%
Note: Extremely unfavorable ankylosis will be rated as loss of use of hands under diagnostic code 5125.

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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.