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Diagnostic Code 5312: Group XII. Function

Muscle Injuries · 38 CFR §4.73 · All codes in this system

Evaluation criteriaRating
Dorsiflexion (1); extension of toes (2); stabilization of arch (3). Anterior muscles of the leg: (1) Tibialis anterior; (2) extensor digitorum longus; (3) extensor hallucis longus; (4) peroneus tertius
Severe30%
Moderately Severe20%
Moderate10%
Slight0%

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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.73, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.