Loss of maxilla more than half
The VA rates Loss of maxilla more than half under Diagnostic Code 9914 across 2 severity levels, from 50% to 100%. The applicable level depends on the full criteria and the evidence for the condition. These percentages are alternatives, not amounts to add together.
Catalog name: Maxilla, loss of more than half.
Rating schedule — DC 9914 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 50%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 2
- CFR section
- § 4.150
- Body system
- Dental & Oral Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
50%, 100%
Where this code is published
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Loss of maxilla more than half?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 50% | Replaceable by prosthesis |
| 100% | Not replaceable by prosthesis |
“Not replaceable by prosthesis”
What other dental & oral conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Loss of maxilla more than half 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.
- 9904Mandible, malunion ofRated up to 20%
- 9905Temporomandibular disorder (TMD)Rated up to 50%
- 9908Condyloid process, loss of, one or both sidesRated up to 30%
- 9909Coronoid process, loss ofRated up to 20%
- 9911Hard palate, loss ofRated up to 30%
- 9913Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuityRated up to 40%
- 9915Maxilla, loss of half or lessRated up to 40%
- 9916Maxilla, malunion or nonunion ofRated up to 30%
- 9917Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benignRated up to 0%
- 9918Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, malignantRated up to 100%
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Common Questions About Loss of maxilla more than half VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Loss of maxilla more than half?
The VA rates Loss of maxilla 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 Loss of maxilla more than half?
The VA rates Loss of maxilla more than half under Diagnostic Code (DC) 9914, published in 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 Loss of maxilla 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 Loss of maxilla more than half qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Loss of maxilla more than half 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 Loss of maxilla more than half?
The key evidence for Loss of maxilla more than half 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 Loss of maxilla more than half?
The C&P examiner uses a Dental & Oral Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 9914 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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