Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
The VA rates Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy under Diagnostic Code 7527 across 3 severity levels, from 0% to 20%. 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 7527 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 20%
- Rating tiers
- 3
- CFR section
- § 4.115b
- Body system
- Genitourinary System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 10%, 20%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Rate as voiding dysfunction or urinary tract infection, whichever is predominant. Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers |
| 10% | Prostate hypertrophy or post-surgical residuals: Obstructive voiding symptoms (hesitancy, dribbling, decreased stream) controlled with medication; urinary tract infection occurring no more than once per year. Note: Includes residuals of prostatectomy. Rate by greatest disability level. |
| 20% | Prostate disorder with: Obstructive and/or irritative voiding symptoms with or without daytime voiding interval less than one hour, or with pelvic or urethral pain, or with weak stream requiring multiple attempts, or recurring urinary tract infections (2 or more per year). |
“Prostate hypertrophy or post-surgical residuals: Obstructive voiding symptoms (hesitancy, dribbling, decreased stream) controlled with medication; urinary tract infection occurring no more than once per year.”
What other genitourinary conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy 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.
- 7517Bladder, injury ofRated up to 60%
- 7518Urethra, stricture ofRated up to 0%
- 7519Urethra, fistula ofRated up to 100%
- 7522Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformityRated up to 0%
- 7525Prostatitis, urethritis, epididymitis, orchitis (unilateral or bilateral), chronic onlyRated up to 0%
- 7528Malignant neoplasms of the genitourinary systemRated up to 100%
- 7529Benign neoplasms of the genitourinary systemRated up to 0%
- 7530Chronic renal disease requiring regular dialysisRated up to 0%
- 7531Kidney transplantRated up to 100%
- 7533Cystic diseases of the kidneysRated up to 0%
Common Questions About Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
The VA rates Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy under Diagnostic Code 7527 at 0%, 10%, 20%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Rate as voiding dysfunction or urinary tract infection, whichever is predominant.. The maximum 20% rating requires: Prostate disorder with: Obstructive and/or irritative voiding symptoms with or without daytime voiding interval less than one hour, or with pelvic or urethral pain, or with weak stream requiring multiple attempts, or recurring urinary tract infections (2 or more per year)..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
The VA rates Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7527, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.115b. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 20% rating for Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
A 0% rating requires: Rate as voiding dysfunction or urinary tract infection, whichever is predominant.. A 20% rating requires: Prostate disorder with: Obstructive and/or irritative voiding symptoms with or without daytime voiding interval less than one hour, or with pelvic or urethral pain, or with weak stream requiring multiple attempts, or recurring urinary tract infections (2 or more per year).. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy qualify for TDIU?
Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy maxes at 20%, 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 Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
The key evidence for Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy 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 Prostate Gland Injuries/Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
The C&P examiner uses a Genitourinary System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7527 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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