Maxilla, loss of more than half
Maxilla, loss of more than half is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150, Diagnostic Code 9914, from 50% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: Not replaceable by prosthesis. Most claims establish the 50% or 100% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 9914 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 50%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 2
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.150
- Body system
- Dental & Oral Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
50%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Maxilla, loss of more than half?
Replaceable by prosthesis
Not replaceable by prosthesis
“Not replaceable by prosthesis”
Common Questions About Maxilla, loss of more than half VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Maxilla, loss of more than half?
The VA rates Maxilla, loss of more than half under Diagnostic Code 9914 at 50%, 100%. The minimum 50% rating requires: Replaceable by prosthesis. The maximum 100% rating requires: Not replaceable by prosthesis.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Maxilla, loss of more than half?
The VA rates Maxilla, loss of more than half under Diagnostic Code (DC) 9914, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 50% and a 100% rating for Maxilla, loss of more than half?
A 50% rating requires: Replaceable by prosthesis. A 100% rating requires: Not replaceable by prosthesis. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Maxilla, loss of more than half qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Maxilla, loss of more than half 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 Maxilla, loss of more than half?
Service connection for Maxilla, loss of more than half 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 Maxilla, loss of more than half?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Maxilla, loss of more than half 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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