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title: "DC 5111 - Loss of use of one hand and one foot"
diagnostic_code: "5111"
body_system: "Musculoskeletal System"
cfr_section: "§ 4.71a"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/musculoskeletal/5111-loss-of-use-of-one-hand-and-one-foot"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.71a"
updated: "2026-07-21T19:21:05.559248Z"
---

# DC 5111 - Loss of use of one hand and one foot

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

## Rating criteria

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

## Notes

- 1 Also entitled to special monthly compensation.

# Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot (Diagnostic Code 5111)

## Understanding This Rating

This VA disability rating addresses the **loss of use of one hand and one foot**. It falls under the **Musculoskeletal System** body system and is evaluated under **38 CFR § 4.71a**.

## Available Rating Level

Under Diagnostic Code 5111, there is a single rating level:

| Rating | Criteria |
| ------ | -------- |
| **100%** | Loss of use of one hand and one foot |

## What the VA Looks For

When evaluating a claim under this diagnostic code, the VA considers whether there is **loss of use of one hand and one foot**. Meeting this criterion corresponds to a **100%** rating.

## Additional Note

- A veteran rated under this diagnostic code is **also entitled to special monthly compensation**.

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*This information is drawn from the VA rating schedule under 38 CFR § 4.71a. It is provided for general informational purposes and does not guarantee any specific rating outcome.*

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