VA Diagnostic Code 5167Foot, loss of use of
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Foot, loss of use of
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- 2 Also entitled to special monthly compensation.
Loss of Use of a Foot — VA Disability Rating (Diagnostic Code 5167)
Understanding This Rating
When the VA evaluates loss of use of a foot, it uses Diagnostic Code 5167, which falls under § 4.71a and addresses conditions affecting the Musculoskeletal System.
This rating applies to a veteran who has experienced loss of use of a foot.
Available Rating Level
For this condition, the rating schedule provides a single evaluation level:
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | Foot, loss of use of |
What the VA Looks For
The VA assigns a 40% rating for the loss of use of a foot.
Additional Consideration
According to the rating notes, a veteran with this condition is also entitled to special monthly compensation.
This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule under § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5167. Every veteran's situation is unique, and ratings are determined based on individual evaluation of the evidence.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.71a, diagnostic code 5167. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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