DC 9916Dental Oral38 CFR § 4.150Last verified: APR 8, 2026

Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 9916)

The VA rates Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of under 38 CFR § 4.150, Diagnostic Code 9916, from 0% to 30% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 30% rating requires With false motion. Related conditions in the Dental Oral body system share this rating framework.

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Rating schedule — DC 9916 at a glance

Minimum rating
0%

Lowest schedular rating available

Maximum rating
30%

TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%

Rating tiers
3

0%, 10%, 30%

CFR section
§ 4.150

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Dental Oral
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of?

0%Disability Rating

With displacement, causing mild anterior or posterior open bite

10%Disability Rating

Without false motion

30%Disability Rating

With false motion

Without false motion

Common Questions About Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of VA Ratings

What is the VA disability rating for Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of?

The VA rates Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of under Diagnostic Code 9916 at the following tiers: 0%, 10%, 30%. The minimum 0% rating requires: With displacement, causing mild anterior or posterior open bite. The maximum 30% rating requires: With false motion.

What is Diagnostic Code 9916?

Diagnostic Code 9916 is the VA rating identifier for Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150. 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 Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of?

The highest schedular rating for Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of under DC 9916 is 30%. This tier requires: With false motion. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

What 38 CFR section governs Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of ratings?

Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150, Diagnostic Code 9916. 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 Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of?

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of 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 supports a higher rating for Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of?

The key evidence for Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of depends on the body system. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable daily impact all strengthen the claim. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional is essential for contested claims.

Can Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of qualify for TDIU?

Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of maxes at 30%, below the single-disability TDIU threshold of 60%. However, combined with other service-connected disabilities totaling 70%+ (with one at 40%+), TDIU under § 4.16(a) may apply. Extraschedular TDIU under § 4.16(b) is available if Maxilla, malunion or nonunion of alone prevents work regardless of the rating percentage.

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