Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Rated Under Another Condition
This condition is typically rated under Neuralgia, sciatic nerve (DC 8720). The rating criteria below reflects that diagnostic code.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a VA-ratable condition . Maximum rating: 40%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | Severe neuralgia with characteristic intense, stabbing, burning pain and demonstrable organic changes |
| 30% | Moderately severe neuralgia with frequent characteristic pain |
| 20% | Moderate neuralgia with regular episodes of characteristic pain |
| 10% | Mild neuralgia with characteristic pain symptoms |
Important Notes
Rated under Neuralgia, sciatic nerve (DC 8720)
Filing Tips
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