Bones, of the lower extremity (DC 5275) | VA Rating Tool
| Diagnostic Code | 5275 |
|---|---|
| Category | The Musculoskeletal System |
| Subcategory | Shortening of the Lower Extremity |
| Also Known As | Shortening of the lower extremity |
| CFR Section | 38 CFR § 4.71a |
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Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 60% | Over 4 inches (10.2 cms.) |
| 50% | 3 1/2 to 4 inches (8.9 cms. to 10.2 cms.) |
| 40% | 3 to 3 1/2 inches (7.6 cms. to 8.9 cms.) |
| 30% | 2 1/2 to 3 inches (6.4 cms. to 7.6 cms.) |
| 20% | 2 to 2 1/2 inches (5.1 cms. to 6.4 cms.) |
| 10% | 1 1/4 to 2 inches (3.2 cms. to 5.1 cms.) |