Fracture, Ulna
Fracture, Ulna is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5211 in the Elbow & Forearm category. Maximum rating: 40%.
Elbow & Forearm Range of Motion
Source: 38 CFR § 4.71 - Measurement of ankylosis and joint motion
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | Nonunion in upper half, with false movement, with loss of bone substance (1 inch or more) and marked deformity (major extremity) |
| 30% | Nonunion in upper half, with false movement, with loss of bone substance (1 inch or more) and marked deformity (minor extremity) |
| 30% | Nonunion in upper half, with false movement, without loss of bone substance or deformity (major extremity) |
| 20% | Nonunion in upper half, with false movement, without loss of bone substance or deformity (minor extremity) |
| 20% | Nonunion in lower half (major extremity) |
| 10% | Nonunion in lower half (minor extremity) |
| 10% | Malunion of, with bad alignment (either extremity) |
Important Notes
Ulna = forearm bone on pinky side. Nonunion = bone fragments fail to heal. False movement = unstable movement at fracture. Malunion = bone heals in wrong position. Upper half = closer to elbow. Lower half = closer to wrist. Major extremity = dominant arm.
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