Chorea, Sydenham's
The VA rates Chorea, Sydenham's under Diagnostic Code 8105 across 5 severity levels, from 10% to 100%. The applicable level depends on the full criteria and the evidence for the condition. These percentages are alternatives, not amounts to add together.
Rating schedule — DC 8105 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- § 4.124a
- Body system
- Neurological Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
10%, 30%, 50%, 80%, 100%
Where this code is published
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Chorea, Sydenham's?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Mild |
| 30% | Moderate |
| 50% | Moderately severe |
| 80% | Severe |
| 100% | Pronounced, progressive grave types |
“Moderately severe”
What other neurological conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Chorea, Sydenham's in 38 CFR Part 4. The rating schedule is ordered anatomically, so neighbouring codes usually cover the same joint, organ, or system, and a claim often involves more than one of them.
- 8045Residuals of traumatic brain injury (TBI)Rated up to 100%
- 8046Cerebral arteriosclerosisRated up to 0%
- 8100MigraineRated up to 50%
- 8103Tic, convulsiveRated up to 30%
- 8104Paramyoclonus multiplex (convulsive state, myoclonic type)Rated up to 60%
- 8106Chorea, Huntington'sRated up to 0%
- 8107Athetosis, acquiredRated up to 0%
- 8108NarcolepsyRated up to 0%
- 8205Paralysis of the fifth (trigeminal) cranial nerveRated up to 50%
- 8207Paralysis of the seventh (facial) cranial nerveRated up to 30%
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Common Questions About Chorea, Sydenham's VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Chorea, Sydenham's?
The VA rates Chorea, Sydenham's under Diagnostic Code 8105 at 10%, 30%, 50%, 80%, 100%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Mild. The maximum 100% rating requires: Pronounced, progressive grave types.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Chorea, Sydenham's?
The VA rates Chorea, Sydenham's under Diagnostic Code (DC) 8105, published in 38 CFR § 4.124a. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 10% and a 100% rating for Chorea, Sydenham's?
A 10% rating requires: Mild. A 100% rating requires: Pronounced, progressive grave types. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Chorea, Sydenham's qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Chorea, Sydenham's alone meets the single-disability threshold for TDIU (38 CFR § 4.16). If the condition prevents substantially gainful employment, the veteran is compensated at the 100% rate without a schedular 100% rating.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Chorea, Sydenham's?
The key evidence for Chorea, Sydenham's is documentation of how the condition affects daily functioning. For neurological conditions, nerve conduction studies, EMG results, and documentation of complete vs incomplete paralysis distinguish the rating tiers. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional linking the current severity to service is essential for contested claims.
What happens at the C&P exam for Chorea, Sydenham's?
The C&P examiner uses a Neurological Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 8105 rating criteria. The examiner tests reflexes, sensation, and motor function. If nerve damage is suspected, EMG or nerve conduction studies may be ordered. Distinguish between complete and incomplete paralysis — the rating difference is significant.
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