Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7914)

The VA rates Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system under Diagnostic Code 7914 at the following tiers: 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system. The maximum 100% rating requires: Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system.

Diagnostic Code 7914 is the VA rating identifier for Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119. 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 Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system under DC 7914 is 100%. This tier requires: Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, Diagnostic Code 7914. 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 Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system 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 Neoplasm, malignant, any specified part of the endocrine system 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.