7617 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete: 7618 Uterus, removal of, including corpus: Removal of one with or without partial removal of the other, 7621 Complete or incomplete pelvic organ prolapse due to injury, disease, or surgical complications of pregnancy, Vaginal fecal leakage at least once a day requiring wearing of pad, Vaginal fecal leakage four or more times per week, but less than daily, requiring wearing of pad, Vaginal fecal leakage one to three times per week requiring wearing of pad, Vaginal fecal leakage less than once a week, Requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than four times per day, Requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed two to four times per day, Requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed less than two times per day. 7330 Intestine, fistula of, persistent, or after attempt at operative closure: 7331 Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive: 7332 Rectum and anus, impairment of sphincter control: Extensive leakage and fairly frequent involuntary bowel movements, Occasional involuntary bowel movements, necessitating wearing of pad, Constant slight, or occasional moderate leakage, Great reduction of lumen, or extensive leakage, Moderate reduction of lumen, or moderate constant leakage, Moderate, persistent or frequently recurring, Mild with constant slight or occasional moderate leakage. (a) An examination for hearing impairment for VA purposes must be conducted by a state-licensed audiologist and must include a controlled speech discrimination test (Maryland CNC) and a puretone audiometry test. Ratings for nonpulmonary TB December 1, 1949; criterion March 11, 1969. These hormones control the growth of new cells and metabolism. Spinal cord injury with respiratory insufficiency. Were here to help you receive the compensation and care you rightfully earned. Can communicate complex ideas. Moderately severely impaired. 6604 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Moderately impaired judgment. 8522 Musculocutaneous nerve (superficial peroneal), paralysis. Evaluate based on disfigurement (diagnostic code 7800). 38 CFR 4.73 - Schedule of ratings - muscle injuries. 5055 Knee, resurfacing or replacement (prosthesis). 5, 2007, as amended at 73 FR 54708, 54711, Sept. 23, 2008; 73 FR 69554, Nov. 19, 2008; 77 FR 6467, Feb. 8, 2012; 79 FR 45101, Aug. 4, 2014; 80 FR 42042, July 16, 2015; 82 FR 36084, Aug. 3, 2017; 82 FR 50806, Nov. 2, 2017; 83 FR 15072, Apr. Australia. Plantar Fasciitis is a VA disability that is linked secondary to Knee Pain and can be rated at 10%, 20%, or 30%, depending upon unilateral (one foot) versus bilateral (both feet) and the severity of your symptoms. Criterion August 30, 1996; criterion, note August 11, 2019. Such total rating will be followed by appropriate schedular evaluations. 8725 Neuralgia, posterior tibial nerve. If inactive, these evaluations are not to be combined with the graduated ratings of 50 percent or 30 percent for non-pulmonary tuberculosis specified under. Surface contour of scar elevated or depressed on palpation. A complication of a number of diseases, including pernicious anemia. 4.114 Schedule of ratings - digestive system. Tests of strength and endurance compared with sound side demonstrate positive evidence of impairment. WebReferences for Chronic Achilles Tendonitis or Achilles Bursitis. (d) On these total ratings Department of Veterans Affairs regulations governing effective dates for increased benefits will control. 5242 Degenerative arthritis, degenerative disc disease other than intervertebral disc syndrome (also, see either DC 5003 or 5010). Mere congenital or developmental defects, absent, displaced or supernumerary parts, refractive error of the eye, personality disorder and mental deficiency are not diseases or injuries in the meaning of applicable legislation for disability compensation purposes. Not all of these brain functions may be affected in a given individual with cognitive impairment, and some functions may be affected more severely than others. Tic douloureux, or trifacial neuralgia, may be rated up to complete paralysis of the affected nerve. His eBook, the9 Secrets Strategies for Winning Your VA Disability Claimhas been downloaded more than 300,000 times in the past three years and is the #1 rated free VA disability claims guide for veterans. 8312 Neuritis, twelfth cranial nerve. 6825 Diffuse interstitial fibrosis (interstitial pneumonitis, fibrosing alveolitis). [29 FR 6718, May 22, 1964, as amended at 41 FR 11294, Mar. Examinations of visual fields or muscle function will be conducted only when there is a medical indication of disease or injury that may be associated with visual field defect or impaired muscle function. cm.) The repealed section, however, still applies to the case of any veteran who on August 19, 1968, was receiving or entitled to receive compensation for tuberculosis. After six months, rate on residuals under the appropriate diagnostic code(s) within the appropriate body system(s). Neuralgia, external cutaneous nerve of thigh. VA Disability Conditions List by Body System and VA Diagnostic Code (Official) In this Ultimate 9422 Other specified somatic symptom and related disorder. Criterion March 10, 1976; criterion September 22, 1978. Atherosclerotic renal disease (renal artery stenosis, atheroembolic renal disease, or large vessel disease, unspecified). L. Code L-1 h, i (38 CFR 3.350(b)). 30 to 34 mm of maximum unassisted vertical opening. ratings This combined value will then be converted to the nearest number divisible by 10, and combined values ending in 5 will be adjusted upward. between the thumb pad and the fingers, with the thumb attempting to oppose the fingers, evaluate as unfavorable ankylosis, (iv) If only the carpometacarpal or interphalangeal joint is ankylosed, and there is a gap of two inches (5.1 cm.) FAR). May rely on gestures or other alternative modes of communication. Replaces 5285-5295 September 26, 2003; Title February 7, 2021. 6843 Traumatic chest wall defect, pneumothorax, hernia, etc. Youve just been rated 100% disabled by the Veterans Affairs. Normal TP is greater than or equal to 60 mm Hg. 7710 Adenitis, tuberculous, active or inactive: Asymptomatic, smoldering, or monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS), With at least 4 or more painful episodes per 12-month period, occurring in skin, joints, bones, or any major organs, caused by hemolysis and sickling of red blood cells, with anemia, thrombosis, and infarction, with residual symptoms precluding even light manual labor, With 3 painful episodes per 12-month period or with symptoms precluding other than light manual labor, With 1 or 2 painful episodes per 12-month period, Asymptomatic, established case in remission, but with identifiable organ impairment, When there is active disease, during treatment phase, or with indolent and non-contiguous phase of low grade NHL, Requiring peripheral blood or bone marrow stem cell transplant; or requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period; or infections recurring, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period, Requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every three months per 12-month period; or infections recurring, on average, at least once every three months per 12-month period; or using continuous therapy with immunosuppressive agent or newer platelet stimulating factors, Requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once per 12-month period; or infections recurring, on average, at least once per 12-month period, 7717 AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis). The ankle pressure (AP) is the systolic blood pressure measured at the ankle. 7719 Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) (chronic myeloid leukemia or chronic granulocytic leukemia): Requiring peripheral blood or bone marrow stem cell transplant, or continuous myelosuppressive or immunosuppressive therapy treatment, Requiring intermittent myelosuppressive therapy, or molecularly targeted therapy with tyrosine kinase inhibitors, or interferon treatment when not in apparent remission, In apparent remission on continuous molecularly targeted therapy with tyrosine kinase inhibitors, Requiring intravenous iron infusions 4 or more times per 12-month period, Requiring intravenous iron infusions at least 1 time but less than 4 times per 12-month period, or requiring continuous treatment with oral supplementation, Asymptomatic or requiring treatment only by dietary modification, Requiring continuous treatment with high-dose oral supplementation, For initial diagnosis requiring transfusion due to severe anemia, or if there are signs or symptoms related to central nervous system impairment, such as encephalopathy, myelopathy, or severe peripheral neuropathy, requiring parenteral B, Requiring continuous treatment with Vitamin B, Requiring a bone marrow transplant or continuous intravenous or immunosuppressive therapy (e.g., prednisone, Cytoxan, azathioprine, or rituximab), Requiring immunosuppressive medication 4 or more times per 12-month period, Requiring at least 2 but less than 4 courses of immunosuppressive therapy per 12-month period, Requiring one course of immunosuppressive therapy per 12-month period, Solitary plasmacytoma, when there is active disease or during a treatment phase, Requiring peripheral blood or bone marrow stem cell transplant; or requiring chemotherapy, Requiring 4 or more blood or platelet transfusions per 12-month period; or infections requiring hospitalization 3 or more times per 12-month period, Requiring at least 1 but no more than 3 blood or platelet transfusions per 12-month period; infections requiring hospitalization at least 1 but no more than 2 times per 12-month period; or requiring biologic therapy on an ongoing basis or erythropoiesis stimulating agent (ESA) for 12 weeks or less per 12-month period. Where there is a question as to which of two evaluations shall be applied, the higher evaluation will be assigned if the disability picture more nearly approximates the criteria required for that rating. Added September 9, 1975; criterion February 17, 1994; criterion November 14, 2021. I was granted 40% loss of extension on the knee and 10% for bursitis of the shoulder. (d) With advancement of lesions on successive examinations or while under treatment. Psychomotor seizures will be rated as major seizures under the general rating formula when characterized by automatic states and/or generalized convulsions with unconsciousness. Shoulder issues can be extremely debilitating, making it difficult to perform even basic tasks. [59 FR 2527, Jan. 18, 1994; 59 FR 10676, Mar. If you have questions for the Agency that issued the current document please contact the agency directly. Neuritis, cranial or peripheral, characterized by loss of reflexes, muscle atrophy, sensory disturbances, and constant pain, at times excruciating, is to be rated on the scale provided for injury of the nerve involved, with a maximum equal to severe, incomplete, paralysis. The VA disability rating for shoulder impingement is usually rated either as an impairment of the clavicle or scapula OR limitation of motion of the arm. 4.56 Evaluation of muscle disabilities. The examination must be conducted by a licensed optometrist or by a licensed ophthalmologist. All these parts work together to support your body weight, maintain your posture, and help you move. This is commonly rated from 10% to 40%. Table VIa will be used when the examiner certifies that use of the speech discrimination test is not appropriate because of language difficulties, inconsistent speech discrimination scores, etc., or when indicated under the provisions of 4.86. cm.). The personality disorder will be rated as a dementia (e.g., diagnostic code 9304 or 9326). Handedness for the purpose of a dominant rating will be determined by the evidence of record, or by testing on VA examination. WebTitle 38 - Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief; CHAPTER I - DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS; PART 3 - ADJUDICATION; Subpart A - Pension, Compensation, and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation; Rating Considerations Relative to Specific Diseases 3.381 Service connection of dental conditions for treatment purposes. 6000 Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis. A total disability rating (100 percent) will be assigned without regard to other provisions of the rating schedule when it is established by report at hospital discharge (regular discharge or release to non-bed care) or outpatient release that entitlement is warranted under paragraph (a) (1), (2) or (3) of this section effective the date of hospital admission or outpatient treatment and continuing for a period of 1, 2, or 3 months from the first day of the month following such hospital discharge or outpatient release. Criterion October 23, 1995; criterion December 9, 2018. (Authority: 38 U.S.C. Title May 13, 2018. 6033 Lens, crystalline, dislocation. 1 CFR 1.1 6842 Kyphoscoliosis, pectus excavatum/carinatum. 8307 Neuritis, seventh cranial nerve. Table I, Combined Ratings Table, results from the consideration of the efficiency of the individual as affected first by the most disabling condition, then by the less disabling condition, then by other less disabling conditions, if any, in the order of severity. 9416 Dissociative amnesia; dissociative identity disorder. (b) When the puretone threshold is 30 decibels or less at 1000 Hertz, and 70 decibels or more at 2000 Hertz, the rating specialist will determine the Roman numeral designation for hearing impairment from either Table VI or Table VIa, whichever results in the higher numeral. Consequently, certain coexisting diseases in this area, as indicated in the instruction under the title Diseases of the Digestive System, do not lend themselves to distinct and separate disability evaluations without violating the fundamental principle relating to pyramiding as outlined in 4.14. Choosing an item from (f) Special monthly compensation. Brian is a Distinguished Graduate of Management from theUnited States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO and he holds an MBA from Oklahoma State Universitys Spears School of Business, Stillwater, OK, where he was a National Honor Scholar (Top 1% of Graduate School class). If present, the following are also signs of severe muscle disability: (A) X-ray evidence of minute multiple scattered foreign bodies indicating intermuscular trauma and explosive effect of the missile. (b) Notwithstanding that hospital admission was for disability not connected with service, if during such hospitalization, hospital treatment for a service-connected disability is instituted and continued for a period in excess of 21 days, the increase to a total rating will be granted from the first day of such treatment. Note (2): Asymptomatic bradycardia (bradyarrhythmia) is a medical finding only. This rating instruction does not apply to DC 7824, Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for the Skin. 7627 Malignant neoplasms of gynecological system. All disabilities are then to be combined as described in paragraph (a) of this section. 6515 Laryngitis, tuberculous, active or inactive. Evaluation September 22, 1978; evaluation January 12, 1998; criterion November 14, 2021. Tenosynovitis, tendinitis, tendinosis or tendinopathy. 18, 1976, as amended at 54 FR 27161, June 28, 1989; 54 FR 36029, Aug. 31, 1989; 83 FR 17756, Apr. 9403 Specific phobia; social anxiety disorder (social phobia). The percentage evaluation is located at the point where the row and column intersect. This 10 percent rating will not be combined with any other rating for a disability due to cerebral or generalized arteriosclerosis. Generally, the degrees of disability specified are considered adequate to compensate for considerable loss of working time from exacerbations or illnesses proportionate to the severity of the several grades of disability. What is the Digestive System for VA rating purposes? Please do not provide confidential However, the total rating during the 1-year period for the pulmonary or for the nonpulmonary condition will be utilized, combined with evaluation for residuals of the condition not covered by the 1-year total evaluation, so as to allow any additional benefit provided during such period. Criterion May 22, 1995; criterion March 18, 2002. No cardinal signs or symptoms of muscle disability as defined in paragraph (c) of this section. Prostate gland injuries, infections, hypertrophy, postoperative residuals, bladder outlet obstruction. [29 FR 6718, May 22, 1964, as amended at 34 FR 5063, Mar. 8530 Ilio-inguinal nerve, paralysis. The toe pressure (TP) is the systolic blood pressure measured at the great toe. (b) A total rating under this section will require full justification on the rating sheet and may be extended as follows: (1) Extensions of 1, 2 or 3 months beyond the initial 3 months may be made under paragraph (a) (1), (2) or (3) of this section. The VA disability rating for hip bursitis falls under 38 CFR 4.71a, 5019. Major or mild vascular neurocognitive disorder. My hip and thigh conditions have worsened. (3) When diplopia exists in two separate areas of the same eye, increase the equivalent visual acuity under diagnostic code 6090 to the next poorer level of visual acuity, not to exceed 5/200. 7101 Hypertensive vascular disease(hypertension and isolated systolic hypertension). [62 FR 30239, June 3, 1997, as amemded 85 FR 76464, Nov. 30, 2020]. 6030 Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). VA disabilities for Dental and Oral Conditions are those that affect the Mouth and Teeth to include the jaws, the jaw joint, the palates, and the teeth. 5025 Fibromyalgia (fibrositis, primary fibromyalgia syndrome). To warrant a rating for epilepsy, the seizures must be witnessed or verified at some time by a physician. [29 FR 6718, May 22, 1964, as amended at 34 FR 5062, Mar. (3) When the PFT's are not consistent with clinical findings, evaluate based on the PFT's unless the examiner states why they are not a valid indication of respiratory functional impairment in a particular case. Infectious Diseases can spread through various means, and include bacterial, parasitic, and viral infections whereas Immune Disorders are conditions that attack the immune system and make the body more susceptible to infection. Any change in evaluation based upon that or any subsequent examination will be subject to the provisions of. (a) Visual impairment. will also bring you to search results. WebNote: A rating of 100 percent shall continue beyond the cessation of any surgery, radiation treatment, antineoplastic chemotherapy or other therapeutic procedures. Motor activity (with intact motor and sensory system). By Lorraine Netter, Contributing Author Free evaluation for disability benefits. 6032 Loss of eyelids, partial or complete: Separately evaluate both visual impairment due to eyelid loss and nonvisual impairment, e.g., disfigurement (diagnostic code 7800), and combine the evaluations. 18, 1976; 43 FR 45350, Oct. 2, 1978; 51 FR 6411, Feb. 24, 1986; 61 FR 20439, May 7, 1996; 67 FR 48785, July 26, 2002; 67 FR 54349, Aug. 22, 2002; 68 FR 51456, Aug. 27, 2003; 69 FR 32450, June 10, 2004; 80 FR 42041, July 16, 2015; 85 FR 76460, Nov. 30, 2020, 85 FR 85523, Dec. 29, 2020, 86 FR 8142, Feb. 4, 2021]. Or rate as renal dysfunction if there is nephritis, infection, or pathology of the other. Its FREE to get started, so click Go Elite Now below to complete our 3-step intake process. For example, with disabilities evaluated at 60 percent, 20 percent, 10 percent and 10 percent (the two 10's representing bilateral disabilities), the order of severity would be 60, 21 and 20. This will generally require separate evaluation of the arthritis in the joints directly subject to strain. Or, you can get help from an expert veteran coach who can help you navigate the VA claims process. Malignant neoplasms of gynecological system. (c) For VA rating purposes, the cardinal signs and symptoms of muscle disability are loss of power, weakness, lowered threshold of fatigue, fatigue-pain, impairment of coordination and uncertainty of movement. For use in rating cases in which the protective provisions of Pub. 5318 Group XVIII Function: Outward rotation of thigh. The official, published CFR, is updated annually and available below under [29 FR 6718, May 22, 1964, as amended at 40 FR 42540, Sept. 15, 1975; 41 FR 11302, Mar. (i) Type of injury. 23, 2009; 77 FR 6467, Feb. 8, 2012; 79 FR 45102, Aug. 4, 2014; 82 FR 36085, Aug. 3, 2017; 82 FR 50807, Nov. 2, 2017; 83 FR 15073, Apr. If no facet is evaluated as total, assign the overall percentage evaluation based on the level of the highest facet as follows: 0 = 0 percent; 1 = 10 percent; 2 = 40 percent; and 3 = 70 percent. 5124 Below insertion of pronator teres. 7818 Malignant skin neoplasms(other than malignant melanoma). L. 90-493, the graduated ratings of 50 and 30 percent for inactive tuberculosis will not be elevated. However, in cases protected by the provisions of Pub. Criterion March 10, 1976; criterion February 3, 1988; criterion November 7, 1996; Title August 4, 2014. Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari. 6066 Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better. [43 FR 45352, Oct. 2, 1978, as amended at 73 FR 66549, Nov. 10, 2008]. - Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief, https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/chapter-I/part-4. With diseases, preference is to be given to the number assigned to the disease itself; if the rating is determined on the basis of residual conditions, the number appropriate to the residual condition will be added, preceded by a hyphen. 5164 Not improvable by prosthesis controlled by natural knee action. This means you do NOT currently have the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve, and you could be missing out on thousands of dollars of tax-free compensation and benefits each month. Manifest differences in ulcers of the stomach or duodenum in comparison with those at an anastomotic stoma are sufficiently recognized as to warrant two separate graduated descriptions. 10, 2018]. Web5257 VA disability rating for knee instability: Excessive side to side motion or frequent dislocation of the knee. This consideration, or the absence of clear cut evidence of injury, may result in classifying the disability as not of traumatic origin, either reflecting congenital or developmental etiology, or the effects of healed disease. Neuralgia, anterior crural nerve (femoral). 7610 Vulva or clitoris, disease or injury of (including vulvovaginitis). Marginal employment shall not be considered substantially gainful employment. Dissociative amnesia; dissociative identity disorder. 8210 Tenth (pneumogastric, vagus), paralysis. 7632 Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD). Limitation of Motion of Individual Digits: 5235 Vertebral fracture or dislocation. Note: Manifesting as hyperthyroidism, evaluate as hyperthyroidism, including, but not limited to, Graves' disease (DC 7900); manifesting as hypothyroidism, evaluate as hypothyroidism (DC 7903). 5025 Fibromyalgia (fibrositis, primary fibromyalgia syndrome). In this connection, it will be remembered that a person may be too disabled to engage in employment although he or she is up and about and fairly comfortable at home or upon limited activity. 5166 Forefoot, proximal to metatarsal bones. CausesAnterior Hip Pain. Anterior hip pain affects the inside of your hip and groin area. Lateral Hip Pain. Lateral hip pain refers to pain on the side of the hip. Posterior Hip Pain. Posterior hip pain affects the outside of the hip or buttock area, usually due to a problem with the muscles, tendons, or ligaments that surround the hip What are Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders for VA rating purposes? You will probably only receive one rating for your condition per shoulder. 5312 Group XII Function: Dorsiflexion. [29 FR 6718, May 22, 1964, as amended at 43 FR 45349, Oct. 2, 1978; 67 FR 48785, July 26, 2002].