Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified
Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.97, Diagnostic Code 6724, from 0% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: General Rating Formula for Inactive Pulmonary Tuberculosis: For two years after date of inactivity, following active tuberculosis, which was clinically identified during service or subsequently. Most claims establish the 0% or 20% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 6724 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.97
- Body system
- Respiratory System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
0%, 20%, 30%, 50%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified?
Otherwise
Following moderately advanced lesions, provided there is continued disability, emphysema, dyspnea on exertion, impairment of health, etc
Thereafter, for five years, or to eleven years after date of inactivity
Thereafter for four years, or in any event, to six years after date of inactivity
General Rating Formula for Inactive Pulmonary Tuberculosis: For two years after date of inactivity, following active tuberculosis, which was clinically identified during service or subsequently
“Thereafter, for five years, or to eleven years after date of inactivity”
Common Questions About Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified?
The VA rates Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified under Diagnostic Code 6724 at 0%, 20%, 30%, 50%, 100%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Otherwise. The maximum 100% rating requires: General Rating Formula for Inactive Pulmonary Tuberculosis: For two years after date of inactivity, following active tuberculosis, which was clinically identified during service or subsequently.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified?
The VA rates Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6724, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.97. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 100% rating for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified?
A 0% rating requires: Otherwise. A 100% rating requires: General Rating Formula for Inactive Pulmonary Tuberculosis: For two years after date of inactivity, following active tuberculosis, which was clinically identified during service or subsequently. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified 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 Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified?
Service connection for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified 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 Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified 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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