information or personal data. 7805 Scars, other; and other effects of scars evaluated under diagnostic codes 7800, 7801, 7802, or 7804: Evaluate any disabling effect(s) not considered in a rating provided under diagnostic codes 7800-04 under an appropriate diagnostic code. 5242 Degenerative arthritis, degenerative disc disease other than intervertebral disc syndrome (also, see either DC 5003 or 5010). (1) An evaluation for diplopia will be assigned to only one eye. Exceptional patterns of hearing impairment. 5003 Degenerative arthritis, other than post-traumatic: Degenerative arthritis established by X-ray findings will be rated on the basis of limitation of motion under the appropriate diagnostic codes for the specific joint or joints involved (DC 5200 etc.). Skin texture abnormal (irregular, atrophic, shiny, scaly, etc.) You're not alone. Normal TP is greater than or equal to 60 mm Hg. Added May 22, 1995; title, criterion May 13, 2018. Added November 29, 1994; criterion August 30, 1996; title, criterion, note August 11, 2019. 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. Added September 9, 1975; criterion October 7, 1996. (5) multiple disabilities incurred as a prisoner of war. (a) When the puretone threshold at each of the four specified frequencies (1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Hertz) is 55 decibels or more, 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. Example of computation of concentric contraction under the schedule with abnormal findings taken from Figure 1. A temporary release which is approved by an attending Department of Veterans Affairs physician as part of the treatment plan will not be considered an absence. The Office of the Federal Register publishes documents on behalf of Federal agencies but does not have any authority over their programs. citations and headings This procedure will facilitate a close check of new and unlisted conditions, rated by analogy. If a prophylactic thyroidectomy is performed (based upon genetic testing) and antineoplastic therapy is not required, evaluate as hypothyroidism under DC 7903. 7110 Aortic aneurysm: Ascending, thoracic, or abdominal: Evaluate at 100 percent if the aneurysm is any one of the following: Five centimeters or larger in diameter; symptomatic (e.g., precludes exertion); or requires surgery. Or, it could be something like shoulder impingement that was caused by repetitive motions you were doing during your service. This 10 percent rating will not be combined with any other rating for a disability due to cerebral or generalized arteriosclerosis. 7121 Post-phlebitic syndrome of any etiology: With the following findings attributed to venous disease: Massive board-like edema with constant pain at rest, Persistent edema or subcutaneous induration, stasis pigmentation or eczema, and persistent ulceration, Persistent edema and stasis pigmentation or eczema, with or without intermittent ulceration, Persistent edema, incompletely relieved by elevation of extremity, with or without beginning stasis pigmentation or eczema, Intermittent edema of extremity or aching and fatigue in leg after prolonged standing or walking, with symptoms relieved by elevation of extremity or compression hosiery, Asymptomatic palpable or visible varicose veins, Arthralgia or other pain, numbness, or cold sensitivity plus two or more of the following: Tissue loss, nail abnormalities, color changes, locally impaired sensation, hyperhidrosis, anhydrosis, X-ray abnormalities (osteoporosis, subarticular punched-out lesions, or osteoarthritis), atrophy or fibrosis of the affected musculature, flexion or extension deformity of distal joints, volar fat pad loss in fingers or toes, avascular necrosis of bone, chronic ulceration, carpal or tarsal tunnel syndrome, Arthralgia or other pain, numbness, or cold sensitivity plus one of the following: Tissue loss, nail abnormalities, color changes, locally impaired sensation, hyperhidrosis, anhydrosis, X-ray abnormalities (osteoporosis, subarticular punched-out lesions, or osteoarthritis), atrophy or fibrosis of the affected musculature, flexion or extension deformity of distal joints, volar fat pad loss in fingers or toes, avascular necrosis of bone, chronic ulceration, carpal or tarsal tunnel syndrome, Arthralgia or other pain, numbness, or cold sensitivity. Prostate gland injuries, infections, hypertrophy, postoperative residuals, bladder outlet obstruction. 4.28 Prestabilization rating from date of discharge from service. Brian isalso the CEOofMilitary Disability Made Easy, which is the worlds largest free searchable database for all things related to DoD disability and VA disability claims and has served more than 4,600,000 military members and veterans since its founding in 2013. Evaluation February 17, 1994; removed November 14, 2021. (6) When there is a disparity between the results of different PFT's (FEV-1 (Forced Expiratory Volume in one second), FVC (Forced Vital Capacity), etc. Marginal employment may also be held to exist, on a facts found basis (includes but is not limited to employment in a protected environment such as a family business or sheltered workshop), when earned annual income exceeds the poverty threshold. VA Disability Ratings for GERD Explained 5239 Spondylolisthesis or segmental instability. 6317 Rickettsial, ehrlichia, and anaplasma infections: 6320 Parasitic diseases otherwise not specified: 6325 Hyperinfection syndrome or disseminated strongyloidiasis: 6329 Hemorrhagic fevers, including dengue, yellow fever, and others: 6331 Coxiella burnetii infection (Q fever): 6350 Lupus erythematosus, systemic (disseminated): Not to be combined with ratings under DC 7809 Acute, with frequent exacerbations, producing severe impairment of health, Exacerbations lasting a week or more, 2 or 3 times per year, Exacerbations once or twice a year or symptomatic during the past 2 years, AIDS with recurrent opportunistic infections (see Note 3) or with secondary diseases afflicting multiple body systems; HIV-related illness with debility and progressive weight loss, Refractory constitutional symptoms, diarrhea, and pathological weight loss; or minimum rating following development of AIDS-related opportunistic infection or neoplasm, Recurrent constitutional symptoms, intermittent diarrhea, and use of approved medication(s); or minimum rating with T4 cell count less than 200, Following development of HIV-related constitutional symptoms; T4 cell count between 200 and 500; use of approved medication(s); or with evidence of depression or memory loss with employment limitations, Asymptomatic, following initial diagnosis of HIV infection, with or without lymphadenopathy or decreased T4 cell count. cm.). 8521 External popliteal nerve (common peroneal), paralysis. Minimum, if there is pain, photophobia, and glare sensitivity. Evaluation September 9, 1975; evaluation January 12, 1998; title, criterion, note November 14, 2021. 7802 Burn scar(s) or scar(s) due to other causes, not of the head, face, or neck, that are not associated with underlying soft tissue damage: Five or more scars that are unstable or painful, Three or four scars that are unstable or painful, One or two scars that are unstable or painful. Signup to never miss a beat with special offers, blog updates, exclusive trainings, and more delivered right to your inbox! 5165 At a lower level, permitting prosthesis. The repercussion upon a current rating of service connection when change is made of a previously assigned diagnosis or etiology must be kept in mind. 6015 Benign neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin)(Choroidal nevus). 6064 No more than light perception in one eye: 6066 Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better: Or evaluate each affected eye as 20/70 (6/21), Or evaluate each affected eye as 20/50 (6/15), Or evaluate each affected eye as 5/200 (1.5/60), Or evaluate each affected eye as 20/200 (6/60). Moderately severely impaired judgment. 6023 Loss of eyebrows, complete, unilateral or bilateral, 6024 Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral. ), pain on manipulation and use accentuated, indication of swelling on use, characteristic callosities: Moderate; weight-bearing line over or medial to great toe, inward bowing of the tendo achillis, pain on manipulation and use of the feet, bilateral or unilateral, Mild; symptoms relieved by built-up shoe or arch support. The attention should be given to anatomical changes, as compared to normal, in the relationship of the foot and leg, particularly to the inward rotation of the superior portion of the os calcis, medial deviation of the insertion of the Achilles tendon, the medial tilting of the upper border of the astragalus. These evaluations are for Raynaud's syndrome as a whole, regardless of the number of extremities involved or whether the nose and ears are involved. Depersonalization/derealization disorder. What are Gynecological Conditions and Disorders of the Breasts for VA rating purposes? Computation of average concentric contraction of visual fields. 6006 Retinopathy or maculopathy not otherwise specified, Note: This code includes orbital trauma, as well as penetrating or non-penetrating eye injury. 6515 Laryngitis, tuberculous, active or inactive. The ratings for the peripheral nerves are for unilateral involvement; when bilateral, combine with application of the bilateral factor. You will probably only receive one rating for your condition per shoulder. The official, published CFR, is updated annually and available below under 6006 Retinopathy or maculopathy not otherwise specified. For application in rating cases in which the protective provisions of Pub. For use in rating cases in which the protective provisions of Pub. Muscle spasm will greatly assist the identification. 7632 Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD). Evaluation August 13, 1981; criterion June 9, 1996; title December 10, 2017; evaluation December 10, 2017; criterion December 10, 2017; note December 10, 2017. 6830 Radiation-induced pulmonary pneumonitis and fibrosis. Regulation Y Introduction paragraph revised March 10, 1976. 8722 Neuralgia, musculocutaneous nerve (superficial peroneal). 7914 Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system. Anatomical loss of one hand and one foot. Were here to help you receive the compensation and care you rightfully earned. Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout). This is commonly rated from 10% to 40%. 5025 Fibromyalgia (fibrositis, primary fibromyalgia syndrome). 8730 Neuralgia, ilio-inguinal nerve. Evaluation January 12, 1998; note, criterion November 14, 2021. Service department record or other evidence showing hospitalization for a prolonged period for treatment of wound. Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity. For aphakic individuals not well adapted to contact lens correction or pseudophakic individuals not well adapted to intraocular lens implant, visual field examinations must be conducted using Goldmann's equivalent IV/4e. [71 FR 52460, Sept. 6, 2006, as amended at 86 FR 54093, Sept. 30, 2021; 86 FR 67654, Nov. 29, 2021], [Unless otherwise directed, use this general rating formula to evaluate diseases of the heart. Anterior crural nerve (femoral), paralysis. 7617 Uterus and both ovaries, removal. The ending dates of all graduated ratings of nonpulmonary tuberculosis will be controlled by the date of attainment of inactivity. [59 FR 2527, Jan. 18, 1994; 59 FR 10676, Mar. Similarly, with a disability of 40 percent, and another disability of 20 percent, the combined value is found to be 52 percent, but the 52 percent must be converted to the nearest degree divisible by 10, which is 50 percent. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating will be determined by mandatory VA examination. (a) If the diagnosis of a mental disorder does not conform to DSM-5 or is not supported by the findings on the examination report, the rating agency shall return the report to the examiner to substantiate the diagnosis. Criterion July 6, 1950; criterion February 7, 2021. Burn scar(s) of the head, face, or neck; scar(s) of the head, face, or neck due to other causes; or other disfigurement of the head, face, or neck. 6842 Kyphoscoliosis, pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum. Ratings for inactive nonpulmonary tuberculosis initially entitled after August 19, 1968. Occurs when tendons and cartilage cannot properly support the Motor activity normal most of the time, but mildly slowed at times due to apraxia (inability to perform previously learned motor activities, despite normal motor function). between the fingertip and the proximal transverse crease of the palm, with the finger flexed to the extent possible, and; extension is limited by no more than 30 degrees. 6604 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. You can use your service medical records, military records, and a personal statement to prove your shoulder injury occurred while you were serving. 11, 1969; 40 FR 42540, Sept. 15, 1975; 41 FR 11301, Mar. Subjective symptoms that do not interfere with work; instrumental activities of daily living; or work, family, or other close relationships. The direction of angulation and extent of deformity should be carefully related to strain on the neighboring joints, especially those connected with weight-bearing. 9403 Specific phobia; social anxiety disorder (social phobia). 7818 Malignant skin neoplasms (other than malignant melanoma): Rate as disfigurement of the head, face, or neck (DC 7800), scars (DC's 7801, 7802, 7803, 7804, or 7805), or impairment of function. 7016 Heart valve replacement (prosthesis): For an indefinite period following date of hospital admission for valve replacement, Note: Six months following discharge from inpatient hospitalization, disability evaluation shall be conducted by mandatory VA examination using the General Rating Formula. The lumbosacral articulation and both sacroiliac joints are considered to be a group of minor joints, ratable on disturbance of lumbar spine functions. AtVA Claims Insider, we help fellow Veterans celebrateLIFE CHANGEby helping them get the VA disability rating and compensationYOU DESERVEby law. For a limited time, you can book a free, no-obligation VA Claim Discovery Call with one of our experts. 7124 Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's): Characteristic attacks associated with trophic change(s), such as tight, shiny skin, Characteristic attacks without trophic change(s). Evaluate using an appropriate respiratory analogy. The frequency of seizures should be ascertained under the ordinary conditions of life (while not hospitalized). Evaluation September 22, 1978; evaluation January 12, 1998; criterion November 14, 2021. It is essential that the examination on which ratings are based adequately portray the anatomical damage, and the functional loss, with respect to all these elements. The use of the protective provisions of Pub. 6042 Retinal dystrophy (including retinitis pigmentosa, wet or dry macular degeneration, early-onset macular degeneration, rod and/or cone dystrophy), 6062 No more than light perception in both eyes. Bones, neoplasm, malignant, primary or secondary. The Skin is the largest of the bodys organs and its primary purpose is protection. LII / Legal Information Institute Transcutaneous oxygen tension (T. Note (3): Evaluate residuals of aortic and large arterial bypass surgery or arterial graft as peripheral arterial disease. 1/1.1 (ii) History and complaint. L. 90-493 should be mentioned in the discussion portion of all ratings in which these provisions are applied. After six months, rate on residuals under the appropriate diagnostic code(s) within the appropriate body system(s). Pressing enter in the search box (d) With advancement of lesions on successive examinations or while under treatment. Mental disorders due to traumatic stress. 8624 Neuritis, internal popliteal (tibial) nerve. 8626 Neuritis, anterior crural (femoral) nerve. With intermediate degrees of residual weakness, pain or limitation of motion rate by analogy to diagnostic codes 5205 through 5208. The following section provides descriptions of various levels of disability in each of these symptom areas. No cardinal signs or symptoms of muscle disability as defined in paragraph (c) of this section. cm. (b) When evaluating the level of disability from a mental disorder, the rating agency will consider the extent of social impairment, but shall not assign an evaluation solely on the basis of social impairment. The severity of symptoms determines the range of ratings assigned by this code. ), Area or areas of at least 6 square inches (39 sq. 8526 Anterior crural nerve (femoral), paralysis. 6843 Traumatic chest wall defect, pneumothorax, hernia, etc. Most likely, the VA will 9918 Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, malignant. Any change in evaluation based upon that or any subsequent examination shall be subject to the provisions of, If symptomatic; or, for the period beginning on the date a physician recommends surgical correction and continuing for six months following discharge from inpatient hospital admission for surgical correction. Recurrent dislocation of at scapulohumeral joint: With frequent episodes and guarding of all arm movements, With infrequent episodes and guarding of movement only at shoulder level (flexion and/or abduction at 90 ). 6000 Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis. 5278 Claw foot (pes cavus), acquired. Continual Urine Leakage, Post Surgical Urinary Diversion, Urinary Incontinence, or Stress Incontinence: Requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than 4 times per day, Requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed 2 to 4 times per day, Requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed less than 2 times per day, Daytime voiding interval less than one hour, or; awakening to void five or more times per night, Daytime voiding interval between one and two hours, or; awakening to void three to four times per night, Daytime voiding interval between two and three hours, or; awakening to void two times per night, Urinary retention requiring intermittent or continuous catheterization. Conditions that are NOT in the general schedule can be rated analogously with acondition thatIS. 6209 Benign neoplasm(other than skin only). The central nervous system consists of the brain, the spinal cord, and thecranialnerves. 5120 Complete amputation, upper extremity: Forequarter amputation (involving complete removal of the humerus along with any portion of the scapula, clavicle, and/or ribs), Disarticulation (involving complete removal of the humerus only), 5126 Five digits of one hand, amputation of. 5213 Supination and pronation, impairment. A reduction in the total rating will not be subject to 3.105(e) of this chapter. Also, in the event that chronic renal disease has progressed to the point where regular dialysis is required, any coexisting hypertension or heart disease will be separately rated. (ii) History and complaint. 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. 8104 Paramyoclonus multiplex (convulsive state, myoclonic type): Rate as Sydenham's chorea. Criterion September 9, 1975; evaluation August 30, 2002; criterion August 13, 2018. Benign (First-Degree and Second-Degree, Type I): Non-Benign (Second-Degree, Type II and Third-Degree): Evaluate under DC 7018 (implantable cardiac pacemakers). Neuralgia, internal popliteal nerve (tibial). An evaluation of 20 percent is assigned for recurrent subluxation Added March 10, 1976; criterion February 3, 1988. So if youre rated based on your musculoskeletal system, dont expect a rating for a muscle injury unless its a different condition. Webthe 10 percent rating, 2 or more episodes following the initial infection are required. 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. Stipulations are made for things like whether a dominant or non-dominant arm is affected or whether you have dependents who rely on you. Ragged, depressed and adherent scars indicating wide damage to muscle groups in missile track. Criterion August 30, 1996; criterion, note August 11, 2019. Added September 22, 1978; criterion October 7, 1996. Get up to $3,345 per month. Or rate on impairment of function of contiguous joint. Rickettsial, ehrlichia, and anaplasma infections. 5105 Anatomical loss of one foot and loss of use of one hand. 5160 Complete amputation, lower extremity: Trans-pelvic amputation (involving complete removal of the femur and intrinsic pelvic musculature along with any portion of the pelvic bones), Disarticulation (involving complete removal of the femur and intrinsic pelvic musculature only), 5161 Upper third, one-third of the distance from perineum to knee joint measured from perineum, 5163 With defective stump, thigh amputation recommended, 5164 Amputation not improvable by prosthesis controlled by natural knee action, 5165 At a lower level, permitting prosthesis, 5166 Forefoot, amputation proximal to metatarsal bones (more than one-half of metatarsal loss), 5170 Toes, all, amputation of, without metatarsal loss or transmetatarsal, amputation of, with up to half of metatarsal loss. or less between the thumb pad and the fingers, with the thumb attempting to oppose the fingers, evaluate as favorable ankylosis, (5) If there is limitation of motion of two or more digits, evaluate each digit separately and combine the evaluations, 5216 Five digits of one hand, unfavorable ankylosis of. 7525 Prostatitis, urethritis, epididymitis, orchitis (unilateral or bilateral), chronic only: For tubercular infections: Rate in accordance with. There should be careful consideration of lumbosacral sprain, and the various symptoms of pain and paralysis attributable to disease affecting the lumbar vertebrae and the intervertebral disc. 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. Title May 13, 2018. 20, 2007, as amended at 73 FR 54708, 54712, Sept. 23, 2008; 73 FR 69554, Nov. 19, 2008; 74 FR 18467, Apr. Evaluate intervertebral disc syndrome (preoperatively or postoperatively) either under the General Rating Formula for Diseases and Injuries of the Spine or under the Formula for Rating Intervertebral Disc Syndrome Based on Incapacitating Episodes, whichever method results in the higher evaluation when all disabilities are combined under. 7630 Malignant neoplasms of the breast. When present, those occurring during or immediately after eating and known as the dumping syndrome are characterized by gastrointestinal complaints and generalized symptoms simulating hypoglycemia; those occurring from 1 to 3 hours after eating usually present definite manifestations of hypoglycemia.
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