Loss of All Toes with Metatarsal Loss — VA Disability Rating (DC 5165)

Diagnostic Code 5165 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of all toes on one foot including metatarsal heads. Significant impact on balance and push-off during gait. Rated at 40%.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
40%Amputation all toes with metatarsal involvement. Rating of 40% applies.

Evidence Needed

Service treatment records or VA medical records documenting the amputation. Operative reports if surgical. Documentation of the specific amputation level. Prosthetic evaluation records. For traumatic amputations, line of duty determination and incident documentation.

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