Paralysis agitans — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 8004)

The VA rates Paralysis agitans under Diagnostic Code 8004 at the following tiers: 30%. The minimum 30% rating requires: Minimum rating. The maximum 30% rating requires: Minimum rating.

Diagnostic Code 8004 is the VA rating identifier for Paralysis agitans within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.124a. 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 Paralysis agitans under DC 8004 is 30%. This tier requires: Minimum rating. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Paralysis agitans alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Paralysis agitans is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.124a, Diagnostic Code 8004. 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 Paralysis agitans 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 Paralysis agitans 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.