Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones VA Disability Rating

VA Rating Tiers

How the VA Evaluates Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones

Requires operative or imaging records establishing how much of the metatarsal bones was lost. More than one-half of metatarsal loss is evaluated here; up to one-half is evaluated as a transmetatarsal amputation under the code that also covers amputation of all toes.

Vetrify editorial estimates informed by VA published claims data (VBA Annual Benefits Report) and the VA rating schedule — not official VA statistics.

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones. 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 Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones

Is Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones a VA-rated disability?

Yes. The VA rates Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones under VASRD diagnostic code 5166 (Musculoskeletal System). Amputation of the front of the foot at a level above (proximal to) the metatarsal bones, taking more than one-half of the metatarsal length. A transmetatarsal amputation that takes up to h…

What VA disability rating can I get for Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones?

Possible VA ratings for Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones are 40%. Examples: 40%: The front of the foot was removed above the metatarsal bones, taking more than half of those bones..

What's the typical VA rating awarded for Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones?

Vetrify estimates the typical rating awarded for Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones at around 40%, based on VA claims data and the rating schedule. An estimated 1,800 veterans are service-connected for Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones. Estimated approval outlook: Moderate – vari…

What evidence helps prove Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones for VA disability?

Strong evidence for a Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones 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 Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones?

Common pitfalls when filing for Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones: Only submitting surgical notes without mobility impact evidence; Not showing secondary pain, infections, or footwear dependency.

What conditions are commonly secondary to Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones?

Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Forefoot Amputation, Proximal to the Metatarsal Bones include: Gait Disturbance, Callus Formation. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

Official sources

1. 38 CFR § 4.71a — Schedule of ratings — musculoskeletal system (Diagnostic Code 5166)

Rating criteria on this page are an educational summary of the cited regulation — the eCFR text is authoritative. See how Vetrify derives its numbers.