Colitis, ulcerative
The VA rates Colitis, ulcerative under Diagnostic Code 7323 across 5 severity levels, from 0% to 100%. At 100%, veterans receive $3939/month or more in compensation.
Rating schedule — DC 7323 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- § 4.114
- Body system
- Digestive System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
0%, 10%, 30%, 60%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Colitis, ulcerative?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Rate as Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease (DC 7326). Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers |
| 10% | Ulcerative colitis, mild: Remission with occasional exacerbations; diarrhea less than 3 times daily; minimal rectal bleeding; maintained body weight and hemoglobin. |
| 30% | Ulcerative colitis, moderate: Four to six stools per day with blood; anemia; impairment of health with weight loss; or with systemic manifestations (arthritis, uveitis, skin lesions); requires regular use of corticosteroids or immunosuppressants. |
| 60% | Ulcerative colitis, severe: Six or more stools per day with blood; with significant anemia (hemoglobin < 10 g/dL); with significant weight loss (10% or more of body weight); with frequent hospitalizations; or with complications (abscess, fistula, perforation). |
| 100% | Ulcerative colitis, marked with severe constitutional symptoms: Requiring colectomy; or with constant, debilitating symptoms and severe malnutrition; profound anemia (hemoglobin < 7 g/dL); weight loss > 20%; or active disease requiring continuous high-dose corticosteroids/biologics with inability to maintain nutrition. |
“Ulcerative colitis, moderate: Four to six stools per day with blood; anemia; impairment of health with weight loss; or with systemic manifestations (arthritis, uveitis, skin lesions); requires regular use of corticosteroids or immunosuppressants.”
Common Questions About Colitis, ulcerative VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Colitis, ulcerative?
The VA rates Colitis, ulcerative under Diagnostic Code 7323 at 0%, 10%, 30%, 60%, 100%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Rate as Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease (DC 7326).. The maximum 100% rating requires: Ulcerative colitis, marked with severe constitutional symptoms: Requiring colectomy; or with constant, debilitating symptoms and severe malnutrition; profound anemia (hemoglobin < 7 g/dL); weight loss > 20%; or active disease requiring continuous high-dose corticosteroids/biologics with inability to maintain nutrition..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Colitis, ulcerative?
The VA rates Colitis, ulcerative under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7323, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 100% rating for Colitis, ulcerative?
A 0% rating requires: Rate as Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease (DC 7326).. A 100% rating requires: Ulcerative colitis, marked with severe constitutional symptoms: Requiring colectomy; or with constant, debilitating symptoms and severe malnutrition; profound anemia (hemoglobin < 7 g/dL); weight loss > 20%; or active disease requiring continuous high-dose corticosteroids/biologics with inability to maintain nutrition.. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Colitis, ulcerative qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Colitis, ulcerative 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 Colitis, ulcerative?
The key evidence for Colitis, ulcerative is documentation of how the condition affects daily functioning. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable impact on daily life all strengthen the claim. 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 Colitis, ulcerative?
The C&P examiner uses a Digestive System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7323 rating criteria. The examiner documents symptom frequency, severity, and functional impact. Bring all treatment records and describe your worst days, not your best — the VA rates on the full clinical picture across time, not a snapshot of one good day.
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