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Diagnostic Code 5255: Femur, impairment of
Musculoskeletal System · 38 CFR §4.71a · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fracture of shaft or anatomical neck of: | |
| With nonunion, with loose motion (spiral or oblique fracture) | 80% |
| With nonunion, without loose motion, weight bearing preserved with aid of brace | 60% |
| Fracture of surgical neck of, with false joint | 60% |
| Malunion of: | |
| Evaluate under diagnostic codes 5256, 5257, 5260, or 5261 for the knee, or 5250-5254 for the hip, whichever results in the highest evaluation. | |
| 3 Entitled to special monthly compensation. | |
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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.