VASRD 5115 · Amputations and Functional Loss

Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot VA Disability Rating

This condition means you're unable to effectively use one hand and one foot due to injury or paralysis.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
100%You can't use one hand and one foot well enough to perform basic tasks, even with prosthetics.

How the VA Evaluates Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot

Evaluated when remaining function is no better than an amputation with prosthesis. Must be shown through medical and functional assessments.

Approval rate

Moderate – hinges on severity and functional limitation proof.

Annual service-connected

90 veterans

Average rating

100%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Functional assessments from VA rehab specialists
  • •Physician statements on inability to use limbs
  • •Documented use of assistive devices or prosthetics

Strategy Tips

  • •Include VA rehab assessments
  • •Use lay statements describing physical limitations

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Failure to document specific limitations
  • •Inconsistent functionality reports

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Claiming without prosthetic evaluation
  • •Lack of occupational impact evidence

Onset Patterns

  • •Often due to service-related trauma or late-stage neurological disease

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Lower Back Pain

    Imbalance and overuse of healthy side

  • Anxiety

    Functional limitations and independence loss

Common questions about Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot

Is Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot under VASRD diagnostic code 5115 (Amputations and Functional Loss). This condition means you're unable to effectively use one hand and one foot due to injury or paralysis.
What VA disability rating can I get for Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot?
Possible VA ratings for Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot are 100%. Examples: 100% — You can't use one hand and one foot well enough to perform basic tasks, even with prosthetics..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot?
The average awarded rating for Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot is 100%. Roughly 90 veterans are service-connected for Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate – hinges on severity and functional limitation proof..
What evidence helps prove Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot claim includes: Functional assessments from VA rehab specialists; Physician statements on inability to use limbs; Documented use of assistive devices or prosthetics.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot?
Common pitfalls when filing for Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot: Claiming without prosthetic evaluation; Lack of occupational impact evidence.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Loss of Use of One Hand and One Foot include: Lower Back Pain, Anxiety. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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