Loss of Two or More Toes with Metatarsal — VA Disability Rating (DC 5153)

Diagnostic Code 5153 · 38 CFR §4.71a

What Is It?

Amputation of two or more toes on the same foot including the metatarsal heads. Affects balance and gait. Rated at 30%.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
30%Amputation two or more toes with metatarsal involvement. 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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