Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection
The VA rates Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection under Diagnostic Code 7301 across 5 severity levels, from 0% to 80%. At 80%, veterans receive $3151/month or more in compensation.
Rating schedule — DC 7301 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 80%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- § 4.114
- Body system
- Digestive System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, 80%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | History of peritoneal adhesions, currently asymptomatic Note: Often result from prior abdominal surgery, infection, or trauma. |
| 10% | Symptomatic peritoneal adhesions, persisting or recurring after surgery, trauma, inflammatory disease process such as chronic cholecystitis or Crohn's disease, or infection, as determined by a healthcare provider, and at least one of the following: (1) abdominal pain, (2) nausea, (3) vomiting, (4) colic, (5) constipation, or (6) diarrhea |
| 30% | Symptomatic peritoneal adhesions, persisting or recurring after surgery, trauma, inflammatory disease process such as chronic cholecystitis or Crohn's disease, or infection, as determined by a healthcare provider; and medically-directed dietary modification other than total parenteral nutrition (TPN); and at least one of the following: (1) abdominal pain, (2) nausea, (3) vomiting, (4) colic, (5) constipation, or (6) diarrhea |
| 50% | Symptomatic peritoneal adhesions, persisting or recurring after surgery, trauma, inflammatory disease process such as chronic cholecystitis or Crohn's disease, or infection, as determined by a healthcare provider; and clinical evidence of recurrent obstruction requiring hospitalization at least once a year; and medically-directed dietary modification other than total parenteral nutrition (TPN); and at least one of the following: (1) abdominal pain, (2) nausea, (3) vomiting, (4) colic, (5) constipation, or (6) diarrhea |
| 80% | Persistent partial bowel obstruction that is either inoperable and refractory to treatment, or requires total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for obstructive symptoms |
“Symptomatic peritoneal adhesions, persisting or recurring after surgery, trauma, inflammatory disease process such as chronic cholecystitis or Crohn's disease, or infection, as determined by a healthcare provider; and medically-directed dietary modification other than total parenteral nutrition (TPN); and at least one of the following: (1) abdominal pain, (2) nausea, (3) vomiting, (4) colic, (5) constipation, or (6) diarrhea”
Common Questions About Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection?
The VA rates Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection under Diagnostic Code 7301 at 0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, 80%. The minimum 0% rating requires: History of peritoneal adhesions, currently asymptomatic. The maximum 80% rating requires: Persistent partial bowel obstruction that is either inoperable and refractory to treatment, or requires total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for obstructive symptoms.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection?
The VA rates Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7301, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 80% rating for Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection?
A 0% rating requires: History of peritoneal adhesions, currently asymptomatic. A 80% rating requires: Persistent partial bowel obstruction that is either inoperable and refractory to treatment, or requires total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for obstructive symptoms. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 80% rating for Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection 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 Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection?
The key evidence for Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection 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 Peritoneum, adhesions of, due to surgery, trauma, disease, or infection?
The C&P examiner uses a Digestive System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7301 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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