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DC 6260Auditory System38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6260

Tinnitus (Recurrent)

VA disability rating criteria for Tinnitus (Recurrent) under Diagnostic Code 6260. The VA assigns ratings of 10% based on the severity and functional impact of your condition.

Rating Criteria

10%Disability Rating

Recurrent tinnitus. A single 10% evaluation is assigned for tinnitus affecting both ears or one ear; the maximum evaluation for tinnitus is 10%, and this is the only rating available under DC 6260.

Note: Per 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6260, tinnitus is assigned a maximum (and only) rating of 10%, regardless of whether it affects one or both ears. A separate 10% rating cannot be assigned for each ear — only a single 10% evaluation is authorized.

Secondary Conditions

5 known secondary conditions linked to Tinnitus (Recurrent)

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