Cumulative Official WHO Updates to ICD 10 - 1996 - 2001

A joint affected by arthritis established by x-ray may be evaluated 10 percent disabling under DC 5003. For common joint conditions that are not rated under the arthritis criteria such as a knee strain or chondromalacia patella, a 10 percent evaluation can be assigned for the joint based on pain on motion under 38 CFR 4.59. References: ................
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