Plantar fasciitis

DC 5276 Foot

Plantar fasciitis is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 5276 in the Foot category. Maximum rating: 50%.

Rating	Criteria
50%	Pronounced; bilateral, marked pronation, extreme tenderness of plantar surfaces of the feet, marked inward displacement and severe spasm of the tendo achillis on manipulation, not improved by orthopedic shoes or appliances
30%	Severe; bilateral, objective evidence of marked deformity (pronation, abduction, etc.), pain on manipulation and use accentuated, indication of swelling on use, characteristic callosities
20%	Severe; unilateral, objective evidence of marked deformity (pronation, abduction, etc.), pain on manipulation and use accentuated, indication of swelling on use, characteristic callosities
10%	Moderate; weight-bearing line over or medial to great toe, inward bowing of tendo achillis, pain on manipulation and use of feet, bilateral or unilateral
0%	Mild; symptoms relieved by built-up shoe or arch support

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