Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity
Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150, Diagnostic Code 9913, from 0% to 40% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 40% rating requires: Loss of all teeth. Most claims establish the 0% or 10% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 9913 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 40%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.150
- Body system
- Dental & Oral Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity?
Where the loss of masticatory surface can be restored by suitable prosthesis
All upper anterior teeth missing
All upper and lower posterior teeth missing
Loss of all upper teeth
Loss of all teeth
“All upper and lower posterior teeth missing”
Common Questions About Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity?
The VA rates Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity under Diagnostic Code 9913 at 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Where the loss of masticatory surface can be restored by suitable prosthesis. The maximum 40% rating requires: Loss of all teeth.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity?
The VA rates Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity under Diagnostic Code (DC) 9913, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 40% rating for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity?
A 0% rating requires: Where the loss of masticatory surface can be restored by suitable prosthesis. A 40% rating requires: Loss of all teeth. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity 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 Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity?
Service connection for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity 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 Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Teeth, loss of, due to loss of substance of body of maxilla or mandible without loss of continuity 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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