What rates 10% for Cholesteatoma under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200?

Under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200 (DC 6200), a 10% rating for Cholesteatoma requires: Hearing loss with at least one ear at Level II-IV per Table VI or VII, resulting in a 10% rating per Table VII.

What rates 20% for Cholesteatoma under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200?

Under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200 (DC 6200), a 20% rating for Cholesteatoma requires: Hearing loss with audiometric results producing a 20% rating per Table VII combination.

What rates 30% for Cholesteatoma under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200?

Under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200 (DC 6200), a 30% rating for Cholesteatoma requires: Hearing loss with audiometric results producing a 30% rating per Table VII combination.

What happens during a C&P exam for Cholesteatoma?

Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms. Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

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Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Cholesteatoma?

Cholesteatoma (DC 6200) is rated at 0%, 10%, 20%, 30% under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200. Hearing loss present but puretone thresholds and speech recognition scores result in Level I designation bilaterally under Table VI.

Q: What rates 0% for Cholesteatoma under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200?

Under 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200 (DC 6200), a 0% rating for Cholesteatoma requires: Hearing loss present but puretone thresholds and speech recognition scores result in Level I designation bilaterally under Table VI.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Cholesteatoma VA claim?

Key evidence for a Cholesteatoma claim includes: Service treatment records; Current medical diagnosis and treatment records; Buddy/lay statements; Prescription history; Employment impact documentation. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 620038 C.F.R. § 4.87

Diagnostic Code

DC 6200

38 C.F.R. § 4.87

Rating Range

0–30%

4 severity tiers

Source

Referenced

38 C.F.R. Part 4

Cholesteatoma is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 6200 of 38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6200 across 4 severity tiers (0% / 10% / 20% / 30%). Service connection requires (1) a current diagnosis, (2) an in-service event, injury, or exposure, and (3) a medical nexus opinion linking the two under 38 C.F.R. § 3.303.

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Overview

Abnormal non-cancerous skin growth (keratinized squamous epithelium) in the middle ear behind the eardrum. Can erode bones of the middle ear, leading to hearing loss, dizziness, and facial nerve damage. Often develops as a complication of chronic ear infections or eustachian tube dysfunction.

Rating Criteria

Hearing loss present but puretone thresholds and speech recognition scores result in Level I designation bilaterally under Table VI.

10%

Hearing loss with at least one ear at Level II-IV per Table VI or VII, resulting in a 10% rating per Table VII.

20%

Hearing loss with audiometric results producing a 20% rating per Table VII combination.

30%

Hearing loss with audiometric results producing a 30% rating per Table VII combination.

03Key Evidence

—Service treatment records

—Current medical diagnosis and treatment records

—Buddy/lay statements

—Prescription history

—Employment impact documentation

—Any relevant diagnostic testing

04C&P Exam Tips

1Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.

2Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

3Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.

4Mention all medications and their side effects.

5Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria reference 38 C.F.R. Part 4 (Schedule for Rating Disabilities). This entry has not yet undergone editorial review against the live regulation text — consult the authoritative source directly before relying on the criteria shown.

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