VASRD 5112 · Musculoskeletal System

Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level VA Disability Rating

Partial foot amputation involving the metatarsal or toe regions, typically requiring supportive footwear.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
40%Your front foot was amputated, but you can still walk with special footwear.
30%Partial foot loss with complications that limit walking or healing.

How the VA Evaluates Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level

Requires surgical records and physical therapy evaluations demonstrating loss of forefoot and mobility impact.

Approval rate

Moderate – varies depending on complications and evidence of impairment.

Annual service-connected

1,800 veterans

Average rating

40%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Operative notes of foot amputation
  • •Podiatry reports and orthotic prescriptions
  • •VA gait analysis or walking tests

Strategy Tips

  • •Include physical therapy notes and gait issues
  • •Submit prescriptions for orthotics or prosthetics
  • •Show how partial foot loss limits work or physical activity

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Not including secondary issues like balance or skin breakdown
  • •Failing to demonstrate limitations beyond appearance

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Only submitting surgical notes without mobility impact evidence
  • •Not showing secondary pain, infections, or footwear dependency

Onset Patterns

  • •Often caused by trauma or diabetic complications
  • •Ulcers or bone infection can trigger surgical need

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Gait Disturbance

    Forefoot loss affects how you walk

  • Callus Formation

    Improper gait or weight shifting creates pressure spots

Common questions about Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level

Is Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level under VASRD diagnostic code 5112 (Musculoskeletal System). Partial foot amputation involving the metatarsal or toe regions, typically requiring supportive footwear.
What VA disability rating can I get for Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level?
Possible VA ratings for Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level are 40%, 30%. Examples: 40% — Your front foot was amputated, but you can still walk with special footwear.; 30% — Partial foot loss with complications that limit walking or healing..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level?
The average awarded rating for Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level is 40%. Roughly 1,800 veterans are service-connected for Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate – varies depending on complications and evidence of impairment..
What evidence helps prove Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level claim includes: Operative notes of foot amputation; Podiatry reports and orthotic prescriptions; VA gait analysis or walking tests.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level?
Common pitfalls when filing for Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level: Only submitting surgical notes without mobility impact evidence; Not showing secondary pain, infections, or footwear dependency.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Amputation of Foot at Forefoot Level include: Gait Disturbance, Callus Formation. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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