VA Diagnostic Code 7337Pruritus ani (anal itching)
Rated from 0% to 10% under § 4.114. Here is what the VA requires at each level.
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- 10%
With bleeding or excoriation
- 0%
Without bleeding or excoriation
Pruritus Ani (Anal Itching) — VA Disability Rating (Diagnostic Code 7337)
Understanding Pruritus Ani
Pruritus ani, commonly known as anal itching, is a condition of the digestive system. The VA rates it under Diagnostic Code 7337, found in 38 CFR § 4.114 (the schedule of ratings for the digestive system).
Available Rating Levels
The VA rates pruritus ani at one of two levels, based on whether specific physical signs are present:
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | With bleeding or excoriation |
| 0% | Without bleeding or excoriation |
- A 10% rating applies when the condition is accompanied by bleeding or excoriation (skin breakdown or scratching-related damage).
- A 0% rating applies when the condition is present without bleeding or excoriation.
What the VA Looks For
When evaluating pruritus ani under Diagnostic Code 7337, the VA focuses on whether the condition involves bleeding or excoriation. The presence or absence of these signs determines which of the two rating levels applies.
This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule for Diagnostic Code 7337 under 38 CFR § 4.114. Individual ratings depend on your specific medical evidence and circumstances.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.114, diagnostic code 7337. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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