Rectum and anus, stricture of
Rectum and anus, stricture of is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code 7333, from 10% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: Inability to open the anus with inability to expel solid feces. Most claims establish the 10% or 30% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 7333 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 4
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.114
- Body system
- Digestive System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
10%, 30%, 60%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Rectum and anus, stricture of?
Luminal narrowing with or without straining, managed by dietary intervention
Reduction of the lumen by less than 50%, with straining during defecation
Reduction of the lumen 50% or more, with pain and straining during defecation
Inability to open the anus with inability to expel solid feces
“Reduction of the lumen 50% or more, with pain and straining during defecation”
Common Questions About Rectum and anus, stricture of VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Rectum and anus, stricture of?
The VA rates Rectum and anus, stricture of under Diagnostic Code 7333 at 10%, 30%, 60%, 100%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Luminal narrowing with or without straining, managed by dietary intervention. The maximum 100% rating requires: Inability to open the anus with inability to expel solid feces.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Rectum and anus, stricture of?
The VA rates Rectum and anus, stricture of under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7333, 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 10% and a 100% rating for Rectum and anus, stricture of?
A 10% rating requires: Luminal narrowing with or without straining, managed by dietary intervention. A 100% rating requires: Inability to open the anus with inability to expel solid feces. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Rectum and anus, stricture of qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Rectum and anus, stricture 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 Rectum and anus, stricture of?
Service connection for Rectum and anus, stricture 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 Rectum and anus, stricture of?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Rectum and anus, stricture 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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