Loss of Great Toe with Metatarsal Head Removal — VA Disability Rating (DC 5171)

Diagnostic Code 5171 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of the great toe including the metatarsal head. The great toe bears significant weight and is critical for balance and push-off. Rated at 30%.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
30%Amputation great toe with metatarsal head. Rating of 30% 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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