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neuritis of is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.123, Diagnostic Code 8620, from 10% to 60% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 60% rating requires: Neuritis of the sciatic nerve: Complete. All muscles of the leg and foot paralyzed; total foot drop; complete sensory loss below knee; absent Achilles reflex; requiring AFO or assistive device for ambulation.. Most claims establish the 10% or 20% rating before reaching the top tier.
What are the VA rating criteria for neuritis of?
Mild
Note: Neuritis rated the same as paralysis of the same nerve. DC 8620 uses DC 8520 (sciatic nerve paralysis) rating schedule.
Moderate
Moderately severe
Neuritis of the sciatic nerve: Complete. All muscles of the leg and foot paralyzed; total foot drop; complete sensory loss below knee; absent Achilles reflex; requiring AFO or assistive device for ambulation.
“Moderately severe”
Common Questions About neuritis of VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for neuritis of?
The VA rates neuritis of under Diagnostic Code 8620 at 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Mild. The maximum 60% rating requires: Neuritis of the sciatic nerve: Complete. All muscles of the leg and foot paralyzed; total foot drop; complete sensory loss below knee; absent Achilles reflex; requiring AFO or assistive device for ambulation..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for neuritis of?
The VA rates neuritis of under Diagnostic Code (DC) 8620, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.123. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 10% and a 60% rating for neuritis of?
A 10% rating requires: Mild. A 60% rating requires: Neuritis of the sciatic nerve: Complete. All muscles of the leg and foot paralyzed; total foot drop; complete sensory loss below knee; absent Achilles reflex; requiring AFO or assistive device for ambulation.. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can neuritis of qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for neuritis of 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 neuritis of?
Service connection for neuritis of 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 neuritis of?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for neuritis of 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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