bunions

[SCORPIO]

I have service connected for hallux valgus (Bunion) on both feet for 10% each. The bump on my left toe (bunion) is getting bigger and I may a surgery for it. if I do, will I lose my disability for my left toe?

 

[GBArmy]

Scorpio

I doubt it; if you are already s-c for it, removal by surgery still will result in a 10% rating under diagnostic code  5280     See this: 

Code 5280: When the big toe points toward the second toe, a bunion can form on the outside of the big toe. If the bony bump is removed by surgery, then it is rated 10%. If it is so severe that it is as though the big toe had been amputated, then it is also rated 10%. Otherwise, it is not ratable.