Squamous Cell Carcinoma VA Disability Rating Explained

June 17, 2024

The VA rates squamous cell carcinoma under 38 CFR § 4.118, the General Rating Formula for the Skin, with ratings of 0%, 10%, 30%, or 60% based on the severity of symptoms, percentage of the body... continue reading

How Long Does It Take to Get VA Unemployability?

A common question veterans ask is, “How long does it take to get VA unemployability?” VA unemployability (TDIU) entitles you to receive compensation at the same rate as a 100% VA... continue reading

Qualifying for a PCOS VA Disability Rating (Ultimate Guide)

June 13, 2024

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal issue affecting women in their reproductive stage of life, and, as a veteran, you may be entitled to a PCOS VA disability rating. As... continue reading

What is the Basal Cell Carcinoma VA Rating?

June 12, 2024

The VA rates basal cell carcinoma under 38 CFR § 4.118, General Rating Formula for the Skin, with ratings of 0%, 10%, 30%, or 60% based on the severity of symptoms, percentage of the body... continue reading

Seborrheic Dermatitis VA Rating Explained

The VA rates seborrheic dermatitis under 38 CFR § 4.118, Diagnostic Code (DC) 7806 for dermatitis or eczema, which is evaluated under the General Rating Formula for the Skin, with ratings of 0%,... continue reading

What is the VA Rating for Psoriasis?

June 11, 2024

The VA rates psoriasis under 38 CFR § 4.118, Diagnostic Code (DC) 7816, with ratings ranging from 0% to 60% with breaks at 10% and 30% based on the severity of symptoms, percentage of the body... continue reading

What is the VA Rating for Pruritus Ani (Anal Itching)?

June 10, 2024

Effective May 19, 2024, the VA rates pruritus ani under 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code (DC) 7337 with ratings of 0% or 10% depending on the severity of symptoms. Anal itching without bleeding... continue reading

Qualifying for a Cubital Tunnel Syndrome VA Rating

What cubital tunnel syndrome VA rating do you deserve? We’re going to find out! Cubital tunnel syndrome causes numbness and tingling in your pinky and ring fingers, making them... continue reading

What Does VA Claims Insider Actually Do?

Fellow Veterans, Brian Reese here, and I want to tell you my story. I left the Air Force in 2012 with a variety of physical and mental issues, some of which I was ready to talk about, others not... continue reading

Dysphagia VA Rating Explained

Effective May 19, 2024, the VA rates dysphagia under 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code (DC) 7203, with ratings ranging from 0% to 80%, with breaks at 10%, 30%, and 50%. These ratings are based on... continue reading

What is the Eosinophilic Esophagitis Disability Rating

What is the Eosinophilic Esophagitis VA Rating?

June 9, 2024

Effective May 19, 2024, the VA rates eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) under 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code (DC) 7203, with ratings ranging from 0% to 80%, with breaks at 10%, 30%, and 50%. The... continue reading

Pancreatitis VA Rating Explained

June 7, 2024

Beginning May 19, 2024, the VA rates pancreatitis under 38 CFR § 4.114, Diagnostic Code 7347, with ratings ranging from 30% to 100%, with a break at 60%. The rating factors include the severity... continue reading

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