Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system
Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, Diagnostic Code 7915, from 0% to 0% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 0% rating requires: Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction.. Most claims establish the 0% or 0% rating before reaching the top tier.
What are the VA rating criteria for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction.
Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers
“Rate as residuals of endocrine dysfunction.”
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, governed by 38 CFR 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 (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system 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 Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
Service connection for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system 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 Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Neoplasm, benign, any specified part of the endocrine system 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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