★ Skin
Other Skin Conditions VA Rating
38 CFR § 4.118 (analogous, often DC 7806)
Overview
DC 7806 rates by percentage of total body or exposed area affected and by systemic therapy duration in past 12 months.
Disfiguring head/face/neck conditions may rate higher under DC 7800.
Multiple skin conditions are rated under whichever code yields the highest evaluation.
How to Establish Service Connection
- Direct: documented in-service onset.
- Secondary to service-connected medications or environmental exposures.
Rating Criteria
Paraphrased from 38 CFR § 4.118 (analogous, often DC 7806)
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0–60% | Per DC 7806 — based on body surface area and systemic therapy required (corticosteroids, immunosuppressives) over past 12 months. |
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Evidence Checklist
- Dermatology notes.
- Photographs.
- Medication history including duration of systemic therapy.
- Biopsy reports if performed.
Common Secondary Conditions
Conditions frequently service-connected as secondary to Other Skin Conditions:
Frequently Asked Questions
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Educational content only — not legal advice and not medical advice. Rating criteria on this page are summarized in plain English from 38 CFR Part 4; consult VA.gov or the current Code of Federal Regulations for official criteria. This page provides general education about how the VA rates this condition; it is not individualized advice, does not establish a representation relationship, and should not be used to self-diagnose, self-treat, or decide a course of action without speaking to a qualified clinician and a VA-accredited representative. Outcomes depend on each veteran's individual facts, evidence, and the adjudicator's judgment; no specific rating, effective date, or other result is guaranteed. Oakridge Claims is a private business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs.