VA Diagnostic Code 7331Peritonitis, tuberculous, active or inactive
A single 100% rating under § 4.114. Here is what the VA requires for it.
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Active rated 100. Inactive: See §§ 4.88b and 4.89.
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Tuberculous Peritonitis (VA Diagnostic Code 7331)
Understanding This Condition
Tuberculous peritonitis is a condition affecting the digestive system. It is rated by the VA under Diagnostic Code 7331, found in § 4.114 of the VA rating schedule. This condition may be evaluated as either active or inactive.
Available Rating Levels
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Active |
For inactive tuberculous peritonitis, the VA does not assign a rating under a single fixed level here. Instead, evaluation is directed by §§ 4.88b and 4.89 of the rating schedule.
What the VA Looks For
When rating tuberculous peritonitis, the VA considers whether the condition is active or inactive:
- Active tuberculous peritonitis is rated at 100%.
- Inactive tuberculous peritonitis is evaluated according to the provisions of §§ 4.88b and 4.89.
This entry is part of the VA's evaluation criteria for the Digestive System under § 4.114.
This information is provided for general reference and reflects the VA rating schedule criteria for Diagnostic Code 7331. It is not legal advice, and individual rating determinations depend on the specifics of each claim.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.114, diagnostic code 7331. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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