Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of
The VA rates Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of under Diagnostic Code 9900 at a single 0% level. With a cap of 0%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating.
Rating schedule — DC 9900 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 0%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.150
- Body system
- Dental & Oral Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Rate as osteomyelitis, chronic under diagnostic code 5000. Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers |
“Rate as osteomyelitis, chronic under diagnostic code 5000.”
What other dental & oral conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of 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.
- 9901Mandible, loss of, complete, between anglesRated up to 100%
- 9902Mandible, loss of, including ramus, unilaterally or bilaterallyRated up to 70%
- 9903Mandible, nonunion of, confirmed by diagnostic imaging studiesRated up to 30%
- 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%
- 9914Maxilla, loss of more than halfRated up to 100%
Common Questions About Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of?
The VA rates Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of under Diagnostic Code 9900 at 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Rate as osteomyelitis, chronic under diagnostic code 5000.. The maximum 0% rating requires: Rate as osteomyelitis, chronic under diagnostic code 5000..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of?
The VA rates Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of under Diagnostic Code (DC) 9900, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of qualify for TDIU?
Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of maxes at 0%, 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 Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of?
The key evidence for Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis 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 Maxilla or mandible, chronic osteomyelitis, osteonecrosis or osteoradionecrosis of?
The C&P examiner uses a Dental & Oral Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 9900 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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