Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7522)
The VA rates Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.115b, Diagnostic Code 7522, from 0% to 0% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 0% rating requires Note: For the purpose of VA disability evaluation, a disease or traumatic injury of the penis resulting in scarring or deformity shall be rated under diagnostic code 7522.. Related conditions in the Genitourinary body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity?
Note: For the purpose of VA disability evaluation, a disease or traumatic injury of the penis resulting in scarring or deformity shall be rated under diagnostic code 7522.
“Note: For the purpose of VA disability evaluation, a disease or traumatic injury of the penis resulting in scarring or deformity shall be rated under diagnostic code 7522.”
How does the VA rate Genitourinary conditions?
Common Questions About Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity?
The VA rates Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity under Diagnostic Code 7522 at the following tiers: 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Note: For the purpose of VA disability evaluation, a disease or traumatic injury of the penis resulting in scarring or deformity shall be rated under diagnostic code 7522.. The maximum 0% rating requires: Note: For the purpose of VA disability evaluation, a disease or traumatic injury of the penis resulting in scarring or deformity shall be rated under diagnostic code 7522..
What is Diagnostic Code 7522?
Diagnostic Code 7522 is the VA rating identifier for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.115b. 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.
What is the highest rating for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity?
The maximum rating for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity is defined in 38 CFR Part 4 under DC 7522. See the rating tiers above for exact criteria.
What 38 CFR section governs Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity ratings?
Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.115b, Diagnostic Code 7522. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity?
Service connection for Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity 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.
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