What happens during a C&P exam for Thyroid Cancer?

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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Thyroid Cancer

Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Thyroid Cancer?

Thyroid Cancer (DC 7914) is rated at 100% under 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7914. A 100% rating continues throughout active treatment and beyond the cessation of any surgical, X-ray, antineoplastic chemotherapy, or other therapeutic procedure. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating is determined by a mandatory VA examination; any change in evaluation based on that examination is subject to the provisions of 38 CFR § 3.105(e). If there has been no local recurrence or metastasis, rate on residuals.

Q: What rates 100% for Thyroid Cancer under 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7914?

Under 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7914 (DC 7914), a 100% rating for Thyroid Cancer requires: A 100% rating continues throughout active treatment and beyond the cessation of any surgical, X-ray, antineoplastic chemotherapy, or other therapeutic procedure. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating is determined by a mandatory VA examination; any change in evaluation based on that examination is subject to the provisions of 38 CFR § 3.105(e). If there has been no local recurrence or metastasis, rate on residuals.

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

Key evidence for a Thyroid Cancer 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 791438 C.F.R. § 4.119

Diagnostic Code

DC 7914

38 C.F.R. § 4.119

Rating Range

100–100%

1 severity tier

Source

Verified

38 C.F.R. § 4.119

Thyroid Cancer is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 7914 of 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7914 across 1 severity tier (100%). 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

Malignant neoplasm of the thyroid gland. Rated 100% during active disease and for 6 months following completion of treatment, then rated on residuals (typically hypothyroidism requiring medication).

Rating Criteria

100%

A 100% rating continues throughout active treatment and beyond the cessation of any surgical, X-ray, antineoplastic chemotherapy, or other therapeutic procedure. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating is determined by a mandatory VA examination; any change in evaluation based on that examination is subject to the provisions of 38 CFR § 3.105(e). If there has been no local recurrence or metastasis, rate on residuals.

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 text quoted verbatim from 38 C.F.R. § 4.119 (Endocrine system). Source verified 2026-05-15 by ClaimRecon Editorial Team against the Cornell Law CFR mirror; eCFR.gov is the authoritative government source.

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