Hyperhidrosis
The VA rates Hyperhidrosis under Diagnostic Code 7832 across 2 severity levels, from 0% to 30%. 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 7832 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 30%
- Rating tiers
- 2
- CFR section
- § 4.118
- Body system
- Skin Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 30%
Where this code is published
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Hyperhidrosis?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Able to handle paper or tools after therapy |
| 30% | Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy |
“Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy”
What other skin conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Hyperhidrosis 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.
- 7806Dermatitis or eczemaRated 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%
- 7831Alopecia areataRated up to 10%
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Common Questions About Hyperhidrosis VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Hyperhidrosis?
The VA rates Hyperhidrosis under Diagnostic Code 7832 at 0%, 30%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Able to handle paper or tools after therapy. The maximum 30% rating requires: Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Hyperhidrosis?
The VA rates Hyperhidrosis under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7832, published in 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 30% rating for Hyperhidrosis?
A 0% rating requires: Able to handle paper or tools after therapy. A 30% rating requires: Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Hyperhidrosis qualify for TDIU?
Hyperhidrosis maxes at 30%, well below the single-disability TDIU threshold. However, combined with other service-connected disabilities, TDIU may be achievable under 38 CFR § 4.16. Focus on establishing secondary conditions to increase the combined rating.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Hyperhidrosis?
The key evidence for Hyperhidrosis 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 Hyperhidrosis?
The C&P examiner uses a Skin Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7832 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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