Acne, Cystic
Acne, Cystic is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7828 in the Skin category. Maximum rating: 30%.
Skin Condition Rating Reference
Body Surface Area - Rule of Nines
Source: 38 CFR ยง 4.118 - Schedule of Skin Ratings
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | Deep acne affecting 40% or more of the face and neck. |
| 10% | Deep acne (deep inflamed nodules and pus-filled cysts) affecting less than 40% of the face and neck; **OR** deep acne affecting non-intertriginous areas of the body (other than the face and neck). |
| 0% | Superficial acne (comedones, papules, pustules) of any extent. |
Filing Tips
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