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5275 – Shortening of the Lower Extremity

Bones, of the lower extremity, shortening of: Rating
5275 Shortening of the lower extremity:
Over 4 inches (10.2 cms.) 603
31/2 to 4 inches (8.9 cms. to 10.2 cms.) 503
3 to 31/2 inches (7.6 cms. to 8.9 cms.) 40
21/2 to 3 inches (6.4 cms. to 7.6 cms.) 30
2 to 21/2 inches (5.1 cms. to 6.4 cms.) 20
11/4 to 2 inches (3.2 cms. to 5.1 cms.) 10

Note: Measure both lower extremities from anterior superior spine of the ilium to the internal malleolus of the tibia. Not to be combined with other ratings for fracture or faulty union in the same extremity.

3 Also entitled to special monthly compensation.