Hyperhidrosis — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7832)

The VA rates Hyperhidrosis under Diagnostic Code 7832 at the following tiers: 0%, 30%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Able to handle paper or tools after therapy. The maximum 30% rating requires: Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy.

Diagnostic Code 7832 is the VA rating identifier for Hyperhidrosis within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.118. 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 highest schedular rating for Hyperhidrosis under DC 7832 is 30%. This tier requires: Unable to handle paper or tools because of moisture, and unresponsive to therapy. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Hyperhidrosis alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Hyperhidrosis is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.118, Diagnostic Code 7832. 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 Hyperhidrosis 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 Hyperhidrosis 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.