Anatomical loss of one foot and loss of use of one hand

DC 5105 Foot

Anatomical loss of one foot and loss of use of one hand is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5105 in the Foot category. Maximum rating: 100%.

Rating Criteria

Rating Criteria
100% Loss of use of one foot and loss of use of other lower extremity below knee

Important Notes

Entitled to Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)

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