10. Amputation of Fingers
When a member loses four fingers on the same hand or the member loses one thumb, the member is eligible for a TSGLI benefit for amputation of fingers if the member meets the following standard:
| If the member suffers... | OR the member suffers... |
|---|---|
Amputation of four fingers on the same hand (not including the thumb) at or above* the metacarpophalangeal joint |
Amputation of thumb at or above* the metacarpophalangeal joint.  |
* The words “at or above” in the standard refers to the loss being closer to the body.
Reviewed/Updated Date: May 4th, 2012
