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Diagnostic Code 5270: Ankle, ankylosis of
Musculoskeletal System · 38 CFR §4.71a · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| In plantar flexion at more than 40°, or in dorsiflexion at more than 10° or with abduction, adduction, inversion or eversion deformity | 40% |
| In plantar flexion, between 30° and 40°, or in dorsiflexion, between 0° and 10° | 30% |
| In plantar flexion, less than 30° | 20% |
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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.71a, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.