Diagnostic Code 5317: Muscle Group XVII. Pelvic Girdle (Extension of Hip) Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.73
- Rating range
- 0% to 50%
- Rating levels
- 4
- Body system
- Muscle injuries
The VA rates Muscle Group XVII. Pelvic Girdle (Extension of Hip) under diagnostic code 5317 in 38 CFR § 4.73. The table below is the full set of rating criteria, from the schedule itself, with the evidence factors raters look for at each level.
DC 5317 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Slight What raters look forslight muscle injury |
| 20% | Moderate What raters look formoderate muscle injury |
| 40% | Moderately severe What raters look formoderately severe muscle injury |
| 50% | Severe What raters look forsevere muscle injury |
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 5317?
Diagnostic code 5317 is the VA rating schedule entry for Muscle Group XVII. Pelvic Girdle (Extension of Hip), found in 38 CFR § 4.73. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 5317?
DC 5317 provides ratings of 0%, 20%, 40%, 50%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 5317 require?
The 50% rating for Muscle Group XVII. Pelvic Girdle requires: Severe.
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