DC 7617Gynecological38 CFR § 4.116Last verified: APR 8, 2026

Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7617)

The VA rates Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete under 38 CFR § 4.116, Diagnostic Code 7617, from 0% to 30% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 30% rating requires Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment. Related conditions in the Gynecological body system share this rating framework.

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Rating schedule — DC 7617 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
§ 4.116

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Gynecological
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete?

0%Disability Rating

Symptoms that do not require continuous treatment

10%Disability Rating

Symptoms that require continuous treatment

30%Disability Rating

Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment

“Symptoms that require continuous treatment”

How does the VA rate Gynecological conditions?

Benign neoplasms of gynecological system. Rate chronic residuals to include scars, lymphedema, disfigurement, and/or other impairment of function under the appropriate diagnostic code(s) within the appropriate body systemDC 7628
Benign neoplasms of the breast and other injuries of the breast. Rate chronic residuals according to impairment of function due to scars, lymphedema, or disfigurement (e.g., limitation of arm, shoulder, and wrist motion, or loss of grip strength, or loss of sensation, or residuals from harvesting of muscles for reconstructive purposes), and/or under diagnostic code 7626DC 7631
Breast, surgery ofDC 7626
Complete or incomplete pelvic organ prolapse due to injury, disease, or surgical complications of pregnancyDC 7621
EndometriosisDC 7629
Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD)DC 7632

Common Questions About Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete VA Ratings

What is the VA disability rating for Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete?

The VA rates Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete under Diagnostic Code 7617 at the following tiers: 0%, 10%, 30%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Symptoms that do not require continuous treatment. The maximum 30% rating requires: Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment.

What is Diagnostic Code 7617?

Diagnostic Code 7617 is the VA rating identifier for Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.116. 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 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete?

The highest schedular rating for Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete under DC 7617 is 30%. This tier requires: Symptoms not controlled by continuous treatment. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete 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 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete ratings?

Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.116, Diagnostic Code 7617. 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 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete?

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete 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 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete?

The key evidence for Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete 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 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete qualify for TDIU?

Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete 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 Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete alone prevents work regardless of the rating percentage.

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