VA Diagnostic Code 5110Loss of use of both feet
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Loss of use of both feet
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- 1 Also entitled to special monthly compensation.
Loss of Use of Both Feet — VA Disability Rating (Diagnostic Code 5110)
Overview
Diagnostic Code 5110 covers the loss of use of both feet. This condition falls under the Musculoskeletal System and is rated under § 4.71a of the VA's rating schedule.
What This Condition Involves
This rating applies to veterans who have experienced the loss of use of both feet. It is part of how the VA evaluates musculoskeletal conditions when determining disability compensation.
Available Rating Level
The VA assigns the following rating level for this condition:
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Loss of use of both feet |
What the VA Looks For
When rating under Diagnostic Code 5110, the VA considers whether there is loss of use of both feet, which corresponds to a 100% rating.
Additional Note
- Veterans rated for the loss of use of both feet are also entitled to special monthly compensation.
This information is drawn from the VA rating schedule under § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5110. Individual evaluations depend on the specific medical evidence in each case.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.71a, diagnostic code 5110. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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