Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head
Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5172, from 0% to 20% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 20% rating requires: One or two. Most claims establish the 0% or 20% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 5172 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 20%
- Rating tiers
- 2
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.71a
- Body system
- Musculoskeletal System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 20%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head?
Without metatarsal involvement
One or two
“One or two”
Common Questions About Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head?
The VA rates Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head under Diagnostic Code 5172 at 0%, 20%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Without metatarsal involvement. The maximum 20% rating requires: One or two.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head?
The VA rates Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head under Diagnostic Code (DC) 5172, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 20% rating for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head?
A 0% rating requires: Without metatarsal involvement. A 20% rating requires: One or two. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head may qualify for TDIU if the condition — alone or in combination with other service-connected disabilities — prevents substantially gainful employment. A single disability rated at 60% or higher (or multiple disabilities combining to 70%, with one at 40%) can support a TDIU claim under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head?
Service connection for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease, and (3) a medical nexus linking the current diagnosis to that in-service occurrence. A nexus letter from a treating or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence.
What is the C&P exam like for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Toes, other than great, amputation of, with removal of metatarsal head uses a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) specific to the body system involved. The examiner documents the frequency, severity, and functional impact of your symptoms. Bring all relevant treatment records and be prepared to describe your worst-day symptoms — the examiner rates your condition based on the full clinical picture, not a single visit.
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