Cranial Nerves
Rated Under Another Condition
This condition is typically rated under Neuralgia: Cranial Nerve: Fifth (Trigeminal) (DC 8305). The rating criteria below reflects that diagnostic code.
Cranial Nerves is a VA-ratable condition . Maximum rating: 30%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | Severe. |
| 10% | Moderate. |
Important Notes
Rated under Neuralgia: Cranial Nerve: Fifth (Trigeminal) (DC 8305)
Filing Tips
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