Intestine, small, resection of
The VA rates Intestine, small, resection of under Diagnostic Code 7328 across 5 severity levels, from 0% to 80%. At 80%, veterans receive $3151/month or more in compensation.
Rating schedule — DC 7328 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 80%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- § 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
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What are the VA rating criteria for Intestine, small, resection of?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Status post intestinal resection, asymptomatic |
| 20% | Status post intestinal resection with four or more episodes of diarrhea per day |
| 40% | 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 |
| 60% | Status post intestinal resection with undernutrition and anemia; and requiring prescribed oral dietary supplementation, continuous medication and intermittent total parenteral nutrition (TPN) |
| 80% | 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?
Yes — a 80% rating for Intestine, small, resection of 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 Intestine, small, resection of?
The key evidence for Intestine, small, resection of 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 Intestine, small, resection of?
The C&P examiner uses a Digestive System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7328 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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