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title: "DC 5110 - Loss of use of both feet"
diagnostic_code: "5110"
body_system: "Musculoskeletal System"
cfr_section: "§ 4.71a"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/musculoskeletal/5110-loss-of-use-of-both-feet"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.71a"
updated: "2026-07-21T19:20:44.752526Z"
---

# DC 5110 - Loss of use of both feet

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

## Rating criteria

| Rating | Criteria |
| --- | --- |
| 100% | Loss of use of both feet |

## Notes

- 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**.

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*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.*

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