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VA Rating for Plantar Fasciitis

DC 5269 Max schedular: 30% Category: Musculoskeletal Updated for 2026 rates
The Official Criteria

Plantar Fasciitis Rating Chart

Criteria from 38 CFR Part 4 (DC 5269). Pay shown is the 2026 monthly rate for a veteran alone at that percentage by itself.

RatingWhat qualifies2026 monthly pay*
30%Both feet affected, not relieved by both non-surgical and surgical treatment.$552.47
20%One foot affected, not relieved by both non-surgical and surgical treatment.$356.66
10%All other cases of diagnosed plantar fasciitis (one or both feet, responsive or untreated).$180.42

*Rate for that single rating with no dependents. Your combined rating and household may differ — run your exact numbers in our calculator.

How the VA Rates Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis received its own diagnostic code in 2021. The 10% level covers most diagnosed cases; the higher levels require documentation that treatment — orthotics, injections, therapy, and surgery — failed to relieve symptoms.

Evidence That Wins This Claim

  • Document every failed treatment: orthotics, night splints, injections, shockwave, surgery.
  • Altered gait from heel pain supports secondary knee/hip/back claims.
  • If you also have flat feet, they are rated separately under DC 5276.

Common Questions

Can plantar fasciitis and flat feet both be rated?

Yes — they are distinct diagnoses with separate codes (DC 5269 and DC 5276), though the VA will not compensate the same symptom twice.

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