Dermatitis or eczema
The VA rates Dermatitis or eczema under Diagnostic Code 7806 across 4 severity levels, from 0% to 60%. 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 7806 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 60%
- Rating tiers
- 4
- CFR section
- § 4.118
- Body system
- Skin Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 10%, 30%, 60%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Dermatitis or eczema?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | No more than topical therapy required over the past 12-month period and at least one of the following Note: Skin conditions are rated primarily based on percentage of body surface affected and level of treatment required. "Exposed areas" means areas visible when the veteran is normally clothed (face, neck, hands, forearms). Systemic therapy indicates a higher rating. |
| 10% | At least one of the following |
| 30% | At least one of the following |
| 60% | At least one of the following Note: The 60% rating is the maximum for dermatitis/eczema under DC 7806. Constant systemic therapy (near-daily corticosteroids or immunosuppressives) is the key clinical indicator. Total body involvement in a flare would also qualify. |
“At least one of the following”
What other skin conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Dermatitis or eczema 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.
- 7804Scar(s), unstable or painfulRated up to 30%
- 7805Scars, other; and other effects of scars evaluated under diagnostic codes 7800, 7801, 7802, or 7804Rated up to 60%
- 7817ErythrodermaRated up to 100%
- 7823VitiligoRated up to 10%
- 7825Chronic urticariaRated up to 60%
- 7826Vasculitis, primary cutaneousRated up to 60%
- 7827Erythema multiforme; Toxic epidermal necrolysisRated up to 60%
- 7828AcneRated up to 30%
- 7829ChloracneRated up to 30%
- 7830Scarring alopeciaRated up to 20%
Common Questions About Dermatitis or eczema VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Dermatitis or eczema?
The VA rates Dermatitis or eczema under Diagnostic Code 7806 at 0%, 10%, 30%, 60%. The minimum 0% rating requires: No more than topical therapy required over the past 12-month period and at least one of the following. The maximum 60% rating requires: At least one of the following.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Dermatitis or eczema?
The VA rates Dermatitis or eczema under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7806, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.118. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 60% rating for Dermatitis or eczema?
A 0% rating requires: No more than topical therapy required over the past 12-month period and at least one of the following. A 60% rating requires: At least one of the following. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Dermatitis or eczema qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 60% rating for Dermatitis or eczema 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 Dermatitis or eczema?
The key evidence for Dermatitis or eczema 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 Dermatitis or eczema?
The C&P examiner uses a Skin Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7806 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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