Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 5296)
The VA rates Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5296, from 10% to 80% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 80% rating requires With brain hernia. Related conditions in the Musculoskeletal body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables?
Area smaller than the size of a 25-cent piece or 0.716 in(4.619 cm) 2 2
Area intermediate
Area larger than size of a 50-cent piece or 1.140 in(7.355 cm) 2 2
With brain hernia
“Area larger than size of a 50-cent piece or 1.140 in(7.355 cm) 2 2”
How does the VA rate Musculoskeletal conditions?
Common Questions About Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables?
The VA rates Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables under Diagnostic Code 5296 at the following tiers: 10%, 30%, 50%, 80%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Area smaller than the size of a 25-cent piece or 0.716 in(4.619 cm) 2 2. The maximum 80% rating requires: With brain hernia.
What is Diagnostic Code 5296?
Diagnostic Code 5296 is the VA rating identifier for Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a. 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 Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables?
The highest schedular rating for Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables under DC 5296 is 80%. This tier requires: With brain hernia. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables 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 Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables ratings?
Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.71a, Diagnostic Code 5296. 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 Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables 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 Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables?
Service connection for Skull, loss of part of, both inner and outer tables 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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