Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement
Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5173, from 10% to 20% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 20% rating requires: Including great toe. Most claims establish the 10% or 20% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 5173 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- 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%
10%, 20%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement?
Not including great toe
Including great toe
“Including great toe”
Common Questions About Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement?
The VA rates Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement under Diagnostic Code 5173 at 10%, 20%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Not including great toe. The maximum 20% rating requires: Including great toe.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement?
The VA rates Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement under Diagnostic Code (DC) 5173, 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 10% and a 20% rating for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement?
A 10% rating requires: Not including great toe. A 20% rating requires: Including great toe. 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, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement 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, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement?
Service connection for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement 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, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Toes, three or four, amputation of, without metatarsal involvement 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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