Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system
The VA rates Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system under Diagnostic Code 7915 at a single 0% level. The applicable level depends on the full criteria and the evidence for the condition. These percentages are alternatives, not amounts to add together.
Rating schedule · DC 7915 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 0%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.119
- Body system
- Endocrine System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%
Where this code is published
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction. Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers |
“Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction.”
What other endocrine conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system 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.
- 7907Cushing's syndromeRated up to 100%
- 7908AcromegalyRated up to 100%
- 7909Diabetes insipidusRated up to 30%
- 7911Addison's disease (adrenocortical insufficiency)Rated up to 60%
- 7913Diabetes mellitusRated up to 100%
- 7914Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine systemRated up to 100%
- 7916Hyperpituitarism (prolactin secreting pituitary dysfunction)Rated up to 0%
- 7917Hyperaldosteronism (benign or malignant)Rated up to 0%
- 7918Pheochromocytoma (benign or malignant)Rated up to 0%
- 7919C-cell hyperplasia of the thyroidRated up to 0%
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Common Questions About Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
The VA rates Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system under Diagnostic Code 7915 at 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction.. The maximum 0% rating requires: Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
The VA rates Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7915, published in 38 CFR § 4.119. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system qualify for TDIU?
Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system 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 Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
The key evidence for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system 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 Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
The C&P examiner uses a Endocrine System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7915 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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