Uterus, removal of, including corpus
The VA rates Uterus, removal of, including corpus under Diagnostic Code 7618 across 3 severity levels, from 0% to 30%. The 30% maximum means additional ratings through secondary conditions or combined ratings are critical for higher compensation.
Rating schedule — DC 7618 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 30%
- Rating tiers
- 3
- CFR section
- § 4.116
- Body system
- Gynecological Conditions
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 10%, 30%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Uterus, removal of, including corpus?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Symptoms that do not require continuous treatment Note: Via General Rating Formula for Disease, Injury, or Adhesions of Female Reproductive Organs (diagnostic codes 7610 through 7615): |
| 10% | Symptoms that require continuous treatment Note: Via General Rating Formula for Disease, Injury, or Adhesions of Female Reproductive Organs (diagnostic codes 7610 through 7615): |
| 30% | Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment Note: Via General Rating Formula for Disease, Injury, or Adhesions of Female Reproductive Organs (diagnostic codes 7610 through 7615): |
“Symptoms that require continuous treatment”
Common Questions About Uterus, removal of, including corpus VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Uterus, removal of, including corpus?
The VA rates Uterus, removal of, including corpus under Diagnostic Code 7618 at 0%, 10%, 30%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Symptoms that do not require continuous treatment. The maximum 30% rating requires: Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Uterus, removal of, including corpus?
The VA rates Uterus, removal of, including corpus under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7618, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.116. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 30% rating for Uterus, removal of, including corpus?
A 0% rating requires: Symptoms that do not require continuous treatment. A 30% rating requires: Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Uterus, removal of, including corpus qualify for TDIU?
Uterus, removal of, including corpus maxes at 30%, 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 Uterus, removal of, including corpus?
The key evidence for Uterus, removal of, including corpus 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 Uterus, removal of, including corpus?
The C&P examiner uses a Gynecological Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7618 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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