Ingrown toenails if infected or symptomatic
Ingrown toenails if infected or symptomatic
What This Code Means
Receiving DQ code D223.30 means the DoDMERB physician reviewer determined that your medical history or exam findings related to ingrown toenails if infected or symptomatic do not currently meet Department of Defense accession standards as defined in DoDI 6130.03.
This does not end your candidacy. Many conditions flagged under this code are waiverable. The next step is understanding the exact standard that applies to your situation and whether a waiver request is appropriate for your commissioning source.
Official Regulation Text
From DoDI 6130.03-V1, “Medical Standards for Military Service,” Change 6 (February 3, 2026)
“Foot and Ankle. (1) Current absence of a foot or any portion thereof, other than absence of a single lesser toe that is asymptomatic and does not impair function of the foot. (2) Deformity of the toes that may reasonably be expected to prevent properly wearing military footwear or impair walking, marching, running, maintaining balance, or jumping. (3) Symptomatic deformity of the toes (acquired or congenital), including, but not limited to, conditions such as hallux valgus, hallux varus, hallux rigidus, hammer toe(s), claw toe(s), or overriding toe(s). (4) Clubfoot or pes cavus that may reasonably be expected to interfere with properly wearing military footwear or causes symptoms when walking, marching, running, or jumping. (5) Rigid or symptomatic pes planus (acquired or congenital). (6) Current ingrown toenails, if infected or symptomatic. (7) Current or recurrent plantar fasciitis. (8) Symptomatic neuroma.”
Waiver Outlook for Musculoskeletal Conditions
Key Factors for Waiver Approval
- Documentation of full rehabilitation, strength, and agility
- No recurrent dislocations or chronic pain
- Full range of motion confirmed by orthopedic evaluation
- Active participation in competitive sports post-recovery
For scoliosis cases, the key threshold is the Cobb angle measurement. Having your own imaging and specialist evaluation ready — rather than relying solely on DoDMERB's assessment — can strengthen your case.
This condition is covered in depth in The Ultimate DoDMERB Handbook by LTC Kirkland & Capt Dach — including real success scenarios, remedial exam strategies, and the complete waiver playbook. Get the handbook →
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