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The document is a VA Form 21-0960M-13, a Neck (Cervical Spine) Disability Benefits Questionnaire used by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to assess veterans applying for disability benefits related to cervical spine conditions. It includes sections for diagnosis, medical history, range of motion measurements, functional loss, pain assessment, muscle strength evaluation, and neurological examination. The form requires detailed information from both the veteran and their physician to support the evaluation of the veteran's claim.

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Begin with Section I - Diagnosis. Indicate if the veteran has been diagnosed with a cervical spine condition by selecting 'Yes' or 'No'. If 'Yes', provide details of the diagnosis, including ICD codes and dates.
Move to Section II - Medical History. Summarize the history of the cervical spine condition and note any flare-ups that impact function.
In Section III, measure and record initial range of motion (ROM) using a goniometer. Follow instructions for each movement, noting where painful motion begins.
Proceed to Section IV for ROM measurements after repetitive use testing. Confirm if the veteran can perform three repetitions and document post-test measurements.
Complete Sections V through XVIII as applicable, ensuring all relevant information is accurately filled out, including functional loss and physician certification.

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How much does the VA pay for radiculopathy?

Mild symptoms will usually rate a 10 or 20 percent VA disability rating. Moderate symptoms often lead to a VA disability rating of 20 to 40 percent. Severe symptoms, such as incomplete severe paralysis, will rate up to a 50 percent VA disability rating.

What is the VA CP exam for radiculopathy?

CP exam for radiculopathy The VA will typically schedule a compensation and pension (CP) examination to assess the severity of your nerve damage as part of the claims process for radiculopathy. Attending these exams and providing accurate information about your symptoms and limitations is very important.

How to get 60% VA disability for back pain?

Rating for Intervertebral Disc Syndrome 60 percent: Incapacitating episodes of a total of six weeks or more over the past 12 months. 40 percent: Incapacitating episodes of at least four weeks but less than six weeks over the past 12 months.

Is radiculopathy a VA rating 38 CFR?

The VA rates radiculopathy under 38 CFR 4.124a, Diseases of the Peripheral Nerves, using diagnostic codes 8510 8730, depending on which nerve is affected.