Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign
The VA rates Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign under Diagnostic Code 9917 at a single 0% level. With a cap of 0%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating.
Rating schedule — DC 9917 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 Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Rate as loss of supporting structures (bone or teeth) and/or functional impairment due to scarring. Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers |
“Rate as loss of supporting structures (bone or teeth) and/or functional impairment due to scarring.”
Common Questions About Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign?
The VA rates Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign under Diagnostic Code 9917 at 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Rate as loss of supporting structures (bone or teeth) and/or functional impairment due to scarring.. The maximum 0% rating requires: Rate as loss of supporting structures (bone or teeth) and/or functional impairment due to scarring..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign?
The VA rates Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign under Diagnostic Code (DC) 9917, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign qualify for TDIU?
Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign 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, hard and soft tissue, benign?
The key evidence for Neoplasm, hard and soft tissue, benign 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, hard and soft tissue, benign?
The C&P examiner uses a Dental & Oral Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 9917 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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