---
title: "DC 5167 - Foot, loss of use of"
diagnostic_code: "5167"
body_system: "Musculoskeletal System"
cfr_section: "§ 4.71a"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/musculoskeletal/5167-foot-loss-of-use-of"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.71a"
updated: "2026-07-21T19:40:47.315957Z"
---

# DC 5167 - Foot, loss of use of

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

## Rating criteria

| Rating | Criteria |
| --- | --- |
| 40% | Foot, loss of use of |

## Notes

- 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**.

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*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.*

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