Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7344)

The VA rates Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths under Diagnostic Code 7344 at the following tiers: 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Evaluate under a diagnostic code appropriate to the predominant disability or the specific residuals after treatment.. The maximum 0% rating requires: Evaluate under a diagnostic code appropriate to the predominant disability or the specific residuals after treatment..

Diagnostic Code 7344 is the VA rating identifier for Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114. It defines the specific symptom criteria and percentage thresholds a VA adjudicator uses to assign a disability rating. The diagnostic code is listed on a veteran's rating decision letter.

The maximum rating for Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths is defined in 38 CFR Part 4 under DC 7344. See the rating tiers above for exact criteria.

Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code 7344. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

Service connection for Benign neoplasms, exclusive of skin growths requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease that may have caused or aggravated it, and (3) a medical nexus connecting the current diagnosis to that in-service event. A nexus letter from a treating physician or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence. C&P exam findings can also establish nexus if adequately documented.