Intestine, small, resection of
Intestine, small, resection of is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code 7328, from 0% to 80% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 80% rating requires: Status post intestinal resection with undernutrition and anemia; and requiring total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Most claims establish the 0% or 20% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 7328 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 80%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.114
- Body system
- Digestive System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Intestine, small, resection of?
Status post intestinal resection, asymptomatic
Status post intestinal resection with four or more episodes of diarrhea per day
Status post intestinal resection with four or more episodes of diarrhea per day resulting in undernutrition and anemia; and requiring prescribed oral dietary supplementation and continuous medication
Status post intestinal resection with undernutrition and anemia; and requiring prescribed oral dietary supplementation, continuous medication and intermittent total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
Status post intestinal resection with undernutrition and anemia; and requiring total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
“Status post intestinal resection with four or more episodes of diarrhea per day resulting in undernutrition and anemia; and requiring prescribed oral dietary supplementation and continuous medication”
Common Questions About Intestine, small, resection of VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Intestine, small, resection of?
The VA rates Intestine, small, resection of under Diagnostic Code 7328 at 0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Status post intestinal resection, asymptomatic. The maximum 80% rating requires: Status post intestinal resection with undernutrition and anemia; and requiring total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Intestine, small, resection of?
The VA rates Intestine, small, resection of under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7328, 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 80% rating for Intestine, small, resection of?
A 0% rating requires: Status post intestinal resection, asymptomatic. A 80% rating requires: Status post intestinal resection with undernutrition and anemia; and requiring total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Intestine, small, resection of qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Intestine, small, resection of may qualify for TDIU if the condition — alone or in combination with other service-connected disabilities — prevents substantially gainful employment. A single disability rated at 60% or higher (or multiple disabilities combining to 70%, with one at 40%) can support a TDIU claim under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Intestine, small, resection of?
Service connection for Intestine, small, resection of requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease, and (3) a medical nexus linking the current diagnosis to that in-service occurrence. A nexus letter from a treating or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence.
What is the C&P exam like for Intestine, small, resection of?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Intestine, small, resection of uses a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) specific to the body system involved. The examiner documents the frequency, severity, and functional impact of your symptoms. Bring all relevant treatment records and be prepared to describe your worst-day symptoms — the examiner rates your condition based on the full clinical picture, not a single visit.
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