VA Diagnostic Code 5166Forefoot, amputation proximal to metatarsal bones (more than one-half of metatarsal loss)
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Forefoot, amputation proximal to metatarsal bones (more than one-half of metatarsal loss)
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- 2 Also entitled to special monthly compensation.
Forefoot Amputation (Proximal to Metatarsal Bones) — VA Diagnostic Code 5166
Understanding This Rating
Diagnostic Code 5166 covers amputation of the forefoot proximal to the metatarsal bones, meaning more than one-half of the metatarsal has been lost. This condition falls under the Musculoskeletal System and is rated under 38 CFR § 4.71a.
This entry applies when a veteran has lost the forefoot at a level above the metatarsal bones, with more than half of the metatarsal affected.
Available Rating Level
The VA rating schedule assigns a single disability level for this condition:
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | Forefoot, amputation proximal to metatarsal bones (more than one-half of metatarsal loss) |
What the VA Looks For
When evaluating this condition, the VA looks at whether the amputation occurred proximal to the metatarsal bones, specifically involving the loss of more than one-half of the metatarsal. Meeting this criteria corresponds to the 40% rating level.
Additional Note
This condition may also carry entitlement to special monthly compensation — an additional form of VA compensation recognized alongside this rating.
This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule under 38 CFR § 4.71a. It is provided for general educational purposes and does not guarantee any specific rating or outcome.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.71a, diagnostic code 5166. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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