Get up to $3,345 per month. (b) The correct procedure when applying the bilateral factor to disabilities affecting both upper extremities and both lower extremities is to combine the ratings of the disabilities affecting the 4 extremities in the order of their individual severity and apply the bilateral factor by adding, not combining, 10 percent of the combined value thus attained. How to File a Claim on VA.gov (step-by-step)! You still have options. WebThe rules of the VA's Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) are used to assign rating percentages to conditions. 8622 Neuritis, musculocutaneous (superficial peroneal) nerve. Background and more details are available in the A plumb line dropped from the middle of the patella falls inside of the normal point. Hoarseness, with thickening or nodules of cords, polyps, submucous infiltration, or pre-malignant changes on biopsy, Hoarseness, with inflammation of cords or mucous membrane. Interstitial nephritis, including gouty nephropathy, disorders of calcium metabolism. The evaluation of right knee instability is increased to 20 percent disabling effective June 26, 2010. 8524 Internal popliteal nerve (tibial), paralysis. 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. (a) Examination of muscle function. Choosing an item from Criterion February 3, 1988; removed November 7, 1996. 9433 Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia). 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). WebInstability of the knee (if it dislocates regularly or has too much side to side motion) with ratings of 0%, 10%, 20%, or 30% Ankylosis (abnormal stiffening and immobility) with ratings of 30%, 40%, 50%, or 60% You can receive ratings for more than one aspect of your knee condition, if appropriate. Binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting or other measures to prevent weight gain, or resistance to weight gain even when below expected minimum weight, with diagnosis of an eating disorder but without incapacitating episodes. 8626 Neuritis, anterior crural (femoral) nerve. Chronic, or recurring, suppurative osteomyelitis, once clinically identified, including chronic inflammation of bone marrow, cortex, or periosteum, should be considered as a continuously disabling process, whether or not an actively discharging sinus or other obvious evidence of infection is manifest from time to time, and unless the focus is entirely removed by amputation will entitle to a permanent rating to be combined with other ratings for residual conditions, however, not exceeding amputation ratings at the site of election. When after careful consideration of all procurable and assembled data, a reasonable doubt arises regarding the degree of disability such doubt will be resolved in favor of the claimant. 7825 Chronic urticaria. (a) Examination of visual acuity. For the purposes of this diagnostic code, normal ABI will be greater than or equal to 0.80. 9305 Major or mild vascular neurocognitive disorder(Dementia). 5301 Group I Function: Upward rotation of scapula. The total rating will be followed by an open rating reflecting the appropriate schedular evaluation; where the evidence is inadequate to assign the schedular evaluation, a physcial examination will be scheduled prior to the end of the total rating period. 7632 Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD). (2) Extensions of 1 or more months up to 6 months beyond the initial 6 months period may be made under paragraph (a) (2) or (3) of this section upon approval of the Veterans Service Center Manager. The percentage evaluation is located at the point where the row and column intersect. Complete medical examination of injury cases. (3) disabilities affecting a single body system, e.g. 7617 Uterus and both ovaries, removal. 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. but less than 72 square inches (465 sq. Inability to communicate either by spoken language, written language, or both, more than occasionally but less than half of the time, or to comprehend spoken language, written language, or both, more than occasionally but less than half of the time. 6331 Coxiella burnetii infection (Q Fever). 7101 Hypertensive vascular disease(hypertension and isolated systolic hypertension). When the best interests of the service will be advanced by personal conference with the examiner, such conference may be arranged through channels. 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. 8627 Neuritis, internal saphenous nerve. 6831 Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (extrinsic allergic alveolitis). 7345 Liver disease, chronic, without cirrhosis(including hepatitis B, chronic active hepatitis, autoimmune hepatitis, hemochromatosis, drug-induced hepatitis, etc., but excluding bile duct disorders and hepatitis C). How the VA Will Assign you a Shoulder Pain VA Rating, 4. Amputation, or injury to an upper extremity, is not considered as a causative factor with subsequently developing arthritis, except in joints subject to direct strain or actually injured. What are Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders for VA rating purposes? Ragged, depressed and adherent scars indicating wide damage to muscle groups in missile track. You can file one of three options or file a new claim. 8714 Neuralgia, musculospiral nerve (radial). Loss of use of a hand or a foot, for the purpose of special monthly compensation, will be held to exist when no effective function remains other than that which would be equally well served by an amputation stump at the site of election below elbow or knee with use of a suitable prosthetic appliance. It is the intention to recognize actually painful, unstable, or malaligned joints, due to healed injury, as entitled to at least the minimum compensable rating for the joint. Schedule of ratings - dental and oral conditions. 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. Occupational and social impairment due to mild or transient symptoms which decrease work efficiency and ability to perform occupational tasks only during periods of significant stress, or symptoms controlled by continuous medication. Added September 9, 1975; evaluation February 17, 1994; criterion November 14, 2021. Criterion August 13, 1981; evaluation June 9, 1996; title December 10, 2017; evaluation December 10, 2017; criterion December 10, 2017; note December 10, 2017. Evaluation August 13, 1981; criterion June 9, 1996; title December 10, 2017; evaluation December 10, 2017; criterion December 10, 2017; note December 10, 2017. Note following July 6, 1950; evaluation January 12, 1998; criterion November 14, 2021. 7631 Benign neoplasms of the breast and other injuries of the breast. 9913 Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity. Disorders of the lacrimal apparatus (epiphora, dacrocystitis, etc.). 6354 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Rate any residual disability of infection within the appropriate body system as indicated by the notes in the evaluation criteria. 8410 Neuralgia, tenth cranial nerve. The official, published CFR, is updated annually and available below under If two or more skin conditions involve the same area of skin, then only the highest evaluation shall be used. The rating board will include a full statement as to the veteran's service-connected disabilities, employment history, educational and vocational attainment and all other factors having a bearing on the issue. 6820 Neoplasms, benign, any specified part of respiratory system. 7827 Erythema multiforme; Toxic epidermal necrolysis: Recurrent mucosal, palmar, or plantar involvement impairing mastication, use of hands, or ambulation occurring four or more times over the past 12-month period despite ongoing immunosuppressive therapy, Recurrent mucosal, palmar, or plantar involvement not impairing mastication, use of hands, or ambulation, occurring four or more times over the past 12-month period; and requiring intermittent systemic therapy, One to three episodes of mucosal, palmar, or plantar involvement not impairing mastication, use of hands, or ambulation, occurring over the past 12-month period AND requiring intermittent systemic therapy; or, Without recurrent episodes, but requiring continuous systemic medication for control, Deep acne (deep inflamed nodules and pus-filled cysts) affecting 40 percent or more of the face and neck, Deep acne (deep inflamed nodules and pus-filled cysts) affecting less than 40 percent of the face and neck, or deep acne other than on the face and neck, Superficial acne (comedones, papules, pustules) of any extent, Deep acne (deep inflamed nodules and pus-filled cysts) affecting the intertriginous areas (the axilla of the arm, the anogenital region, skin folds of the breasts, or between digits), Deep acne (deep inflamed nodules and pus-filled cysts) affecting less than 40 percent of the face and neck; or deep acne affecting non-intertriginous areas of the body (other than the face and neck), Affecting more than 40 percent of the scalp, Affecting less than 20 percent of the scalp, With loss of hair limited to scalp and face, Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy, Able to handle paper or tools after therapy, Rate as scars (DC's 7801, 7802, 7803, 7804, or 7805), disfigurement of the head, face, or neck (DC 7800), or impairment of function (under the appropriate body system). WebReferences for Chronic Achilles Tendonitis or Achilles Bursitis. Group XIX Function: Abdominal wall and lower thorax. [61 FR 39875, July 31, 1996, as amended at 84 FR 28230, June 18, 2019], [34 FR 5062, Mar. 5236 Sacroiliac injury and weakness. It is the defined and consistently applied policy of the Department of Veterans Affairs to administer the law under a broad interpretation, consistent, however, with the facts shown in every case. (1) An evaluation for diplopia will be assigned to only one eye. (c) The assignment of a total disability rating on the basis of hospital treatment or observation will not preclude the assignment of a total disability rating otherwise in order under other provisions of the rating schedule, and consideration will be given to the propriety of such a rating in all instances and to the propriety of its continuance after discharge. 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. 9905 Temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Note (1): For purposes of this section, characteristic attacks consist of intermittent and episodic color changes of the digits of one or more extremities, lasting minutes or longer, with occasional pain and paresthesias, and precipitated by exposure to cold or by emotional upsets. Rate under diagnostic code 7346, 5325 Muscle injury, facial muscles. (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. If there is no replacement lens, evaluate based on aphakia (diagnostic code 6029). Group VII Function: Flexion of wrist and fingers. Note (2): Asymptomatic bradycardia (bradyarrhythmia) is a medical finding only. VA DISABILITY FOR NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS AND CONVULSIVE DISORDERS. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating shall be determined by mandatory VA examination. The evaluation for visual impairment of one eye must not exceed 30 percent unless there is anatomical loss of the eye. Code O-2 (38 CFR 3.350(e)(2)). 8725 Neuralgia, posterior tibial nerve. Criterion March 10, 1976; criterion October 7, 1996. 7306 Ulcer, marginal(gastrojejunal ulcer). With actual loss of use of the foot, rate at 40%. They may test your range of motion and look for muscle weakness. Addison's disease (adrenocortical insufficiency). The common cause of disability in this region is arthritis, to be identified in the usual manner. 5003 Degenerative arthritis, other than post-traumatic. Both the use of manifestations not resulting from service-connected disease or injury in establishing the service-connected evaluation, and the evaluation of the same manifestation under different diagnoses are to be avoided. 6025 Disorders of the lacrimal apparatus (epiphora, dacryocystitis, etc. Neuralgia, external cutaneous nerve of thigh. This contact form is only for website help or website suggestions. Major or mild vascular neurocognitive disorder. 6018 Conjunctivitis, other, chronic (nontrachomatous)(keratoconjunctivitis). Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari. 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. Many of these medications cause other disabilities through side effects. These parts all work together to keep the body in balance. The examiner will look for how your shoulder functions when you move your arm and how far you can move before you feel pain. Rate as for irritable colon syndrome, peritoneal adhesions, or colitis, ulcerative, depending upon the predominant disability picture. Preceding paragraph criterion September 22, 1978; criterion August 26, 2002. 5313 Group XIII Function: Extension of hip and flexion of knee. 9425 Illness anxiety disorder(Hypochondriasis). Severe; definite partial obstruction shown by X-ray, with frequent and prolonged episodes of severe colic distension, nausea or vomiting, following severe peritonitis, ruptured appendix, perforated ulcer, or operation with drainage, Moderately severe; partial obstruction manifested by delayed motility of barium meal and less frequent and less prolonged episodes of pain, Moderate; pulling pain on attempting work or aggravated by movements of the body, or occasional episodes of colic pain, nausea, constipation (perhaps alternating with diarrhea) or abdominal distension, Severe; pain only partially relieved by standard ulcer therapy, periodic vomiting, recurrent hematemesis or melena, with manifestations of anemia and weight loss productive of definite impairment of health, Moderately severe; less than severe but with impairment of health manifested by anemia and weight loss; or recurrent incapacitating episodes averaging 10 days or more in duration at least four or more times a year, Moderate; recurring episodes of severe symptoms two or three times a year averaging 10 days in duration; or with continuous moderate manifestations, Mild; with recurring symptoms once or twice yearly, Pronounced; periodic or continuous pain unrelieved by standard ulcer therapy with periodic vomiting, recurring melena or hematemesis, and weight loss. Record of consistent complaint of cardinal signs and symptoms of muscle disability as defined in paragraph (c) of this section and, if present, evidence of inability to keep up with work requirements. 7621 Complete or incomplete pelvic organ prolapse due to injury or disease or surgical complications of pregnancy. All these parts work together to support your body weight, maintain your posture, and help you move. 7117 Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's): With two or more digital ulcers plus auto-amputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks, With two or more digital ulcers and history of characteristic attacks, Characteristic attacks occurring at least daily, Characteristic attacks occurring four to six times a week, Characteristic attacks occurring one to three times a week. Usually gets lost in unfamiliar surroundings, has difficulty reading maps, following directions, and judging distance. Application of the general rating formula for diseases of the heart. Occupational and social impairment with occasional decrease in work efficiency and intermittent periods of inability to perform occupational tasks (although generally functioning satisfactorily, with routine behavior, self-care, and conversation normal), due to such symptoms as: depressed mood, anxiety, suspiciousness, panic attacks (weekly or less often), chronic sleep impairment, mild memory loss (such as forgetting names, directions, recent events). In the selection of code numbers, injuries will generally be represented by the number assigned to the residual condition on the basis of which the rating is determined. 18, 1976; 41 FR 34256, Aug. 13, 1976; 54 FR 4281, Jan. 30, 1989; 54 FR 34981, Aug. 23, 1989; 71 FR 28586, May 17, 2006; 79 FR 2100, Jan. 13, 2014]. VA Rating Criteria for GERD: 10 percent a veteran is rated at 10% if they have two or more of the common signs of GERD from the 30% schedule but not severe enough to justify the full 30% rating. full text search results 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. We use your disability rating to determine Criterion September 9, 1975; evaluation January 12, 1998; note, criterion November 14, 2021. Benign neoplasms of gynecological system. 7101 Hypertensive vascular disease (hypertension and isolated systolic hypertension): Diastolic pressure predominantly 130 or more, Diastolic pressure predominantly 120 or more, Diastolic pressure predominantly 110 or more, or; systolic pressure predominantly 200 or more, Diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more, or; systolic pressure predominantly 160 or more, or; minimum evaluation for an individual with a history of diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more who requires continuous medication for control. 7827 Erythema multiforme; Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TENS). Features of the disability which must have persisted unchanged may be overlooked or a change for the better or worse may not be accurately appreciated or described. It provides criteria for levels of impairment for each facet, as appropriate, ranging from 0 to 3, and a 5th level, the highest level of impairment, labeled total. However, not every facet has every level of severity. If there are 2 or more joints affected, each rating shall be combined in accordance with. Ratings in excess of 10 percent for cerebral arteriosclerosis under diagnostic code 9305 are not assignable in the absence of a diagnosis of multi-infarct dementia with cerebral arteriosclerosis. 6015 Benign neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin)(Choroidal nevus). See Table III for the normal extent (in degrees) of the visual fields at the 8 principal meridians (45 degrees apart). 9903 Mandible, nonunion of, confirmed by diagnostic imaging studies. 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. See nerve involved for diagnostic code number and rating. The symptoms should be apparent without regard to exercise. A symptomatic condition secondary to many constitutional conditions, characterized by atrophy of the musculature, disturbed circulation, and weakness: Rate the underlying condition, minimum rating. Consider especially psychotic manifestations, complete or partial loss of use of one or more extremities, speech disturbances, impairment of vision, disturbances of gait, tremors, visceral manifestations, etc., referring to the appropriate bodily system of the schedule. With marked interference with absorption and nutrition, manifested by severe impairment of health objectively supported by examination findings including material weight loss, With definite interference with absorption and nutrition, manifested by impairment of health objectively supported by examination findings including definite weight loss, Symptomatic with diarrhea, anemia and inability to gain weight, With severe symptoms, objectively supported by examination findings. Handedness for the purpose of a dominant rating will be determined by the evidence of record, or by testing on VA examination. Heres the brutal truth about VA disability claims: CFR Title 38, Part 4, the Schedule for Rating Disabilities. You will probably only receive one rating for your condition per shoulder. Without cardiac involvement but with chronic edema, stasis dermatitis, and either ulceration or cellulitis: Without cardiac involvement but with chronic edema or stasis dermatitis: At least one of the following: Ankle/brachial index less than or equal to 0.39; ankle pressure less than 50 mm Hg; toe pressure less than 30 mm Hg; or transcutaneous oxygen tension less than 30 mm Hg, At least one of the following: Ankle/brachial index of 0.40-0.53; ankle pressure of 50-65 mm Hg; toe pressure of 30-39 mm Hg; or transcutaneous oxygen tension of 30-39 mm Hg, At least one of the following: Ankle/brachial index of 0.54-0.66; ankle pressure of 66-83 mm Hg; toe pressure of 40-49 mm Hg; or transcutaneous oxygen tension of 40-49 mm Hg, At least one of the following: Ankle/brachial index of 0.67-0.79; ankle pressure of 84-99 mm Hg; toe pressure of 50-59 mm Hg; or transcutaneous oxygen tension of 50-59 mm Hg, Note (1): The ankle/brachial index (ABI) is the ratio of the systolic blood pressure at the ankle divided by the simultaneous brachial artery systolic blood pressure. 5328 Muscle, neoplasm of, benign, postoperative. 5217 Four digits of one hand, unfavorable ankylosis of: 5218 Three digits of one hand, unfavorable ankylosis of: Index, long, and ring; index, long, and little; or index, ring, and little fingers. Other specified somatic symptom and related disorder. [67 FR 49596, July 31, 2002; 67 FR 58448, 58449, Sept. 16, 2002; 73 FR 54710, Oct. 23, 2008; 77 FR 2910, Jan. 20, 2012; 83 FR 32597, July 13, 2018; 83 FR 38663, Aug. 7, 2018], [61 FR 20446, May 7, 1996, as amended at 82 FR 50804, Nov. 2, 2017]. Criterion September 22, 1978; criterion August 26, 2002. 6825 Fibrosis of lung, diffuse interstitial. 7307 Gastritis, hypertrophic (identified by gastroscope): Chronic; with severe hemorrhages, or large ulcerated or eroded areas, Chronic; with multiple small eroded or ulcerated areas, and symptoms, Chronic; with small nodular lesions, and symptoms. L. 90-493 apply, the former evaluations are retained in this section. (c) Neurocognitive disorders shall be evaluated under the general rating formula for mental disorders; neurologic deficits or other impairments stemming from the same etiology (e.g., a head injury) shall be evaluated separately and combined with the evaluation for neurocognitive disorders (see 4.25). 4.130 Schedule of ratings - Mental disorders. For use in rating cases in which the protective provisions of Pub. This 76 will be combined with 20 and the combined value for the three is 81 percent. The manifestations of a chronic mental disorder associated with psychomotor epilepsy, like those of the seizures, are protean in character. In severe cases there is gaping of bones on the inner border of the foot, and rigid valgus position with loss of the power of inversion and adduction. 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. (5) When evaluating based on PFT's, use post-bronchodilator results in applying the evaluation criteria in the rating schedule unless the post-bronchodilator results were poorer than the pre-bronchodilator results. or existing codification. - Need for aid attendance or permanently bedridden qualifies for subpar.