The basis of disability evaluations is the ability of the body as a whole, or of the psyche, or of a system or organ of the body to function under the ordinary conditions of daily life including employment. It is thus essential, both in the examination and in the evaluation of disability, that each disability be viewed in relation to its history. Over a period of many years, a veteran's disability claim may require reratings in accordance with changes in laws, medical knowledge and his or her physical or mental condition. For the application of this schedule, accurate and fully descriptive medical examinations are required, with emphasis upon the limitation of activity imposed by the disabling condition. Generally, the degrees of disability specified are considered adequate to compensate for considerable loss of working time from exacerbations or illnesses proportionate to the severity of the several grades of disability. The percentage ratings represent as far as can practicably be determined the average impairment in earning capacity resulting from such diseases and injuries and their residual conditions in civil occupations. This rating schedule is primarily a guide in the evaluation of disability resulting from all types of diseases and injuries encountered as a result of or incident to military service. View on this date view change introduced compare to most recent Table of Amendments and Effective Dates Since 1946 Schedule of ratings-dental and oral conditions. Mental disorders due to traumatic stress. Intellectual disability (intellectual developmental disorder) and personality disorders.Ĭonvalescence ratings following extended hospitalization. Schedule of ratings-neurological conditions and convulsive disorders.Įvaluation of disability from mental disorders. Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders Schedule of ratings-hemic and lymphatic systems. Schedule of ratings-gynecological conditions and disorders of the breast. Gynecological Conditions and Disorders of the Breast Ratings of the genitourinary system-diagnoses. Ratings of the genitourinary system-dysfunctions. Schedule of ratings-cardiovascular system. Special provisions regarding evaluation of respiratory conditions.Īpplication of the general rating formula for diseases of the heart. Ratings for inactive nonpulmonary tuberculosis in effect on August 19, 1968. Ratings for inactive nonpulmonary tuberculosis initially entitled after August 19, 1968. Schedule of ratings-infectious diseases, immune disorders and nutritional deficiencies. Infectious Diseases, Immune Disorders and Nutritional Deficiencies General considerations for evaluating visual impairment.Ĭomputation of average concentric contraction of visual fields.Įxceptional patterns of hearing impairment. Schedule of ratings-musculoskeletal system. Measurement of ankylosis and joint motion. Principles of combined ratings for muscle injuries. Ratings for service-connected disabilities requiring hospital treatment or observation.Ĭomplete medical examination of injury cases.

Prestabilization rating from date of discharge from service. Rating of disabilities aggravated by active service.

Total disability ratings for pension based on unemployability and age of the individual. Total disability ratings for compensation based on unemployability of the individual.

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