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Diagnostic Code 5314: Group XIV. Function

Muscle Injuries · 38 CFR §4.73 · All codes in this system

Evaluation criteriaRating
Extension of knee (2, 3, 4, 5); simultaneous flexion of hip and flexion of knee (1); tension of fascia lata and iliotibial (Maissiat's) band, acting with XVII (1) in postural support of body (6); acting with hamstrings in synchronizing hip and knee (1, 2). Anterior thigh group: (1) Sartorius; (2) rectus femoris; (3) vastus externus; (4) vastus intermedius; (5) vastus internus; (6) tensor vaginae femoris
Severe40%
Moderately Severe30%
Moderate10%
Slight0%

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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.