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Diagnostic Code 5304: Group IV. Function
Muscle Injuries · 38 CFR §4.73 · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Dominant | Nondominant |
|---|---|---|
| Stabilization of shoulder against injury in strong movements, holding head of humerus in socket; abduction; outward rotation and inward rotation of arm. Intrinsic muscles of shoulder girdle: (1) Supraspinatus; (2) infraspinatus and teres minor; (3) subscapularis; (4) coracobrachialis | ||
| Severe | 30% | 20% |
| Moderately Severe | 20% | 20% |
| Moderate | 10% | 10% |
| Slight | 0% | 0% |
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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.73, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.