Amputation - Below Knee
Amputation - Below Knee is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5165 in the Knee & Leg category. Maximum rating: 40%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | At the ankle. |
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