VA Diagnostic Code 5104Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot
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Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot
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- 1 Also entitled to special monthly compensation.
Anatomical Loss of One Hand and Loss of Use of One Foot (Diagnostic Code 5104)
Understanding This Rating
This VA disability rating addresses the anatomical loss of one hand combined with the loss of use of one foot. It falls under the Musculoskeletal System and is evaluated under 38 CFR § 4.71a.
"Anatomical loss" refers to the physical loss of the hand itself, while "loss of use of one foot" refers to a condition affecting the foot on the other side of the body. This diagnostic code specifically covers the situation where both of these conditions are present together.
Available Rating Level
Under Diagnostic Code 5104, there is a single rating level:
| Rating | What It Reflects |
|---|---|
| 100% | Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot |
What the VA Looks For
When rating under this diagnostic code, the VA evaluates whether the veteran has:
- Anatomical loss of one hand, and
- Loss of use of one foot
Both conditions must be present for this evaluation to apply.
Additional Note
Veterans evaluated under this diagnostic code are also entitled to special monthly compensation.
This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule (38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5104). It is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice or a guarantee of any outcome. Every claim is evaluated individually based on the evidence and criteria that apply.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.71a, diagnostic code 5104. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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