[Removed] (DC 5018)

Body system: Musculoskeletal SystemRegulation: 38 CFR § 4.71a

Diagnostic Code 5018 has been removed from the VA's rating schedule and is no longer used for evaluating veterans' conditions. This means if you see this code referenced in older documentation, it's outdated and your condition would now be evaluated under a different, currently active diagnostic code. You'll need to work with your VSO or claims representative to identify which current code applies to your specific musculoskeletal condition.

Rating levels

  • 0% — This diagnostic code (formerly hydrarthrosis, intermittent) has been removed from the VA Schedule of Ratings. Conditions that were rated under it are now rated under the analogous current code — typically a specific joint limitation-of-motion code or degenerative arthritis (DC 5003) — per 38 CFR § 4.71a.

Disclaimer: This tool is for informational purposes only and is not legal or medical advice. Always consult with your VSO representative or a qualified veterans benefits attorney for guidance on your specific claim.