---
title: "DC 5104 - Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot"
diagnostic_code: "5104"
body_system: "Musculoskeletal System"
cfr_section: "§ 4.71a"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/musculoskeletal/5104-anatomical-loss-of-one-hand-and-loss-of-use-of-one-foot"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.71a"
updated: "2026-07-21T19:18:52.100295Z"
---

# DC 5104 - Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot

Rated under § 4.71a. Body system: Musculoskeletal System.

## Rating criteria

| Rating | Criteria |
| --- | --- |
| 100% | Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot |

## Notes

- 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**.

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*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.*

Source: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.71a