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Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 5206 of 38 CFR § 4.71a, DC 5206 across 6 severity tiers (50% / 40% / 30% / 20% / 10%…). Service connection requires (1) a current diagnosis, (2) an in-service event, injury, or exposure, and (3) a medical nexus opinion linking the two under 38 C.F.R. § 3.303. This condition is frequently rated as secondary to Wrist Condition or Shoulder Condition under 38 C.F.R. § 3.310.
Inflammation and degeneration of the lateral (outer) elbow tendons causing pain with gripping, lifting, and wrist extension
Rating criteria reference 38 C.F.R. Part 4 (Schedule for Rating Disabilities). This entry has not yet undergone editorial review against the live regulation text — consult the authoritative source directly before relying on the criteria shown.