Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths
The VA rates Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths under Diagnostic Code 6819 at a single 100% 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 6819 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 100%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.97
- Body system
- Respiratory System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
100%
Where this code is published
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths |
“Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths”
What other respiratory conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths 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.
- 6724Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecifiedRated up to 100%
- 6730Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, activeRated up to 100%
- 6731Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactiveRated up to 50%
- 6732Pleurisy, tuberculous, active or inactiveRated up to 50%
- 6817Pulmonary Vascular DiseaseRated up to 100%
- 6820Neoplasms, benign, any specified part of respiratory system. Evaluate using an appropriate respiratory analogyRated up to 50%
- 6822ActinomycosisRated up to 50%
- 6823NocardiosisRated up to 50%
- 6824Chronic lung abscess.Rated up to 100%
- 6825Diffuse interstitial fibrosis (interstitial pneumonitis, fibrosing alveolitis)Rated up to 100%
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Common Questions About Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths?
The VA rates Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths under Diagnostic Code 6819 at 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths. The maximum 100% rating requires: Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths?
The VA rates Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6819, published in 38 CFR § 4.97. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths 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 Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths?
The key evidence for Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths 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 Neoplasms, malignant, any specified part of respiratory system exclusive of skin growths?
The C&P examiner uses a Respiratory System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6819 rating criteria. Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) drive the rating. The examiner measures FEV-1, FVC, and DLCO. Test during symptomatic periods when possible — stable periods produce higher numbers that may underrate your condition.
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