Malunion of Metatarsal

DC 5283 Foot

Malunion of Metatarsal is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5283 in the Foot category. Maximum rating: 40%.

Rating	Criteria
40%	Pain is substantial enough to constitute loss of use\*.
30%	Foot is severely affected but it can still be used.
20%	Foot pain is more severe but foot still functions.
10%	Foot hurts but foot functions okay.

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Review the rating criteria for DC 5283 to understand what symptoms warrant higher ratings.

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DC 5166

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DC 5105

Anatomical loss of one hand and loss of use of one foot

DC 5104

Anterior Metatarsalgia

DC 5279