Tic, convulsive — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 8103)

The VA rates Tic, convulsive under Diagnostic Code 8103 at the following tiers: 0%, 10%, 30%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Mild. The maximum 30% rating requires: Severe.

Diagnostic Code 8103 is the VA rating identifier for Tic, convulsive 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 Tic, convulsive under DC 8103 is 30%. This tier requires: Severe. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Tic, convulsive alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Tic, convulsive is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.124a, Diagnostic Code 8103. 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 Tic, convulsive 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 Tic, convulsive 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.