DC 7331Digestive System38 CFR § 4.114Last verified: APR 22, 2026

Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive

Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code 7331, from 100% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: Active. Most claims establish the 100% or 100% rating before reaching the top tier.

Rating schedule — DC 7331 at a glance

Minimum rating
100%

Lowest schedular rating available

Maximum rating
100%

Full schedular disability

Rating tiers
1

100%

CFR section
38 CFR § 4.114

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Digestive System
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive?

100%Disability Rating

Active

Active

Common Questions About Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive VA Ratings

What is the VA rating range for Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive?

The VA rates Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive under Diagnostic Code 7331 at 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Active. The maximum 100% rating requires: Active.

Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive?

The VA rates Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7331, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.

Can Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?

Veterans rated for Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive 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 Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive?

Service connection for Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive 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 Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive?

A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive 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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