VA Diagnostic Code 7523Testis, atrophy complete
Rated from 0% to 20% under § 4.115b. Here is what the VA requires at each level.
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- 20%
Both
- 0%
One
Notes on this code
These notes are part of the regulation. They change how the levels above are applied.
- 1 Review for entitlement to special monthly compensation under § 3.350 of this chapter.
- Note: When evaluating any claim involving loss or loss of use of one or more creative organs, refer to § 3.350 of this chapter to determine whether the veteran may be entitled to special monthly compensation. Footnotes in the schedule indicate conditions which potentially establish entitlement to special monthly compensation; however, there are other conditions in this section which under certain circumstances also establish entitlement to special monthly compensation.
Complete Testicular Atrophy (VA Diagnostic Code 7523)
Understanding how the VA evaluates complete atrophy of the testis under the disability rating schedule.
What This Condition Is
Testicular atrophy, complete refers to the complete shrinking or wasting away of one or both testes. The VA rates this condition under Diagnostic Code 7523, which falls within the Genitourinary System and is governed by 38 CFR § 4.115b.
Available Rating Levels
The VA assigns a disability rating based on whether one or both testes are affected:
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 20% | Both testes affected by complete atrophy |
| 0% | One testis affected by complete atrophy |
What the VA Looks For
When evaluating complete testicular atrophy, the VA determines the extent of the condition — specifically, whether one testis or both testes are involved. This determination directly corresponds to the rating levels above.
Special Monthly Compensation
Because this condition involves the potential loss or loss of use of a creative organ, the VA notes an additional consideration:
- The VA reviews claims for entitlement to special monthly compensation under 38 CFR § 3.350.
- Per the schedule note: When evaluating any claim involving loss or loss of use of one or more creative organs, refer to § 3.350 to determine whether the veteran may be entitled to special monthly compensation. Footnotes in the schedule indicate conditions that potentially establish entitlement to special monthly compensation; however, other conditions in this section may also establish entitlement under certain circumstances.
This information is provided for general educational purposes and is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule. It does not guarantee any particular rating or outcome.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.115b, diagnostic code 7523. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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