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The full text of 38 CFR 4.69, one of the general rules in VA's Schedule for Rating Disabilities.
Handedness for the purpose of a dominant rating will be determined by the evidence of record, or by testing on VA examination. Only one hand shall be considered dominant. The injured hand, or the most severely injured hand, of an ambidextrous individual will be considered the dominant hand for rating purposes.
[62 FR 30239, June 3, 1997]
Regulation text current as of October 16, 2026.
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