VASRD 5110 · Musculoskeletal System

Loss of use of both feet VA Disability Rating

Inability to use both feet due to paralysis, amputation, or equivalent condition.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
100%Loss of use of both feet

How the VA Evaluates Loss of use of both feet

Neurological exams, functional mobility testing, orthopedic imaging.

Approval rate

Very High

Annual service-connected

900 veterans

Average rating

100%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • Functional assessments
  • MRI/CT
  • Neurological reports

Strategy Tips

  • Provide multiple specialist evaluations
  • Document use of assistive devices

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • Misclassification as partial loss
  • No documentation of mobility aids

Common Filing Mistakes

  • Missing mobility evaluation
  • No neurologist documentation

Onset Patterns

  • Post-traumatic
  • Progressive neurological decline

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Loss of use of both feet. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common questions about Loss of use of both feet

Is Loss of use of both feet a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Loss of use of both feet under VASRD diagnostic code 5110 (Musculoskeletal System). Inability to use both feet due to paralysis, amputation, or equivalent condition.
What VA disability rating can I get for Loss of use of both feet?
Possible VA ratings for Loss of use of both feet are 100%. Examples: 100% — Loss of use of both feet.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Loss of use of both feet?
The average awarded rating for Loss of use of both feet is 100%. Roughly 900 veterans are service-connected for Loss of use of both feet each year. Typical approval likelihood: Very High.
What evidence helps prove Loss of use of both feet for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Loss of use of both feet claim includes: Functional assessments; MRI/CT; Neurological reports.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Loss of use of both feet?
Common pitfalls when filing for Loss of use of both feet: Missing mobility evaluation; No neurologist documentation.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Loss of use of both feet?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Loss of use of both feet include: , , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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