Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
Rated Under Another Condition
This condition is typically rated under Intervertebral disc syndrome (DC 5243). The rating criteria below reflects that diagnostic code.
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a VA-ratable condition . Maximum rating: 60%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 60% | Incapacitating episodes ≥6 weeks total duration |
| 40% | Incapacitating episodes ≥4 but <6 weeks total duration |
| 20% | Incapacitating episodes ≥2 but <4 weeks total duration |
| 10% | Incapacitating episodes ≥1 but <2 weeks total duration during past 12 months |
Important Notes
Rated under Intervertebral disc syndrome (DC 5243)
Filing Tips
Pro Tip: The VA won't connect the dots for you. That's your job. Build the paper trail before you file.
Gather medical evidence showing a current diagnosis of this condition.
Document in-service events, injuries, or exposures that caused or aggravated this condition.
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