VA Diagnostic Code 8522Paralysis of:
Rated from 0% to 30% under § 4.124a. Here is what the VA requires at each level.
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- 30%
Complete; eversion of foot weakened
- 20%
Incomplete: Severe
- 10%
Incomplete: Moderate
- 0%
Incomplete: Mild
Paralysis (Diagnostic Code 8522)
Body System: Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders Regulation: 38 CFR § 4.124a
Understanding This Condition
The VA rates paralysis under Diagnostic Code 8522, which falls within the category of Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders. This condition can affect the strength and function of the foot, including the ability to turn the foot outward (eversion).
The VA evaluates this condition on a scale based on whether the paralysis is complete or incomplete, and, when incomplete, how severe the impact is.
Available Rating Levels
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | Complete; eversion of foot weakened |
| 20% | Incomplete: Severe |
| 10% | Incomplete: Moderate |
| 0% | Incomplete: Mild |
What the VA Looks For
When rating this condition, the VA distinguishes between complete and incomplete paralysis:
- Complete paralysis is recognized at the 30% level, characterized by weakened eversion of the foot.
- Incomplete paralysis is rated according to its severity:
- Severe incomplete paralysis is rated at 20%.
- Moderate incomplete paralysis is rated at 10%.
- Mild incomplete paralysis is rated at 0%.
The distinction between mild, moderate, and severe reflects the degree to which the paralysis affects function, with higher ratings assigned to greater levels of impairment.
This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule under 38 CFR § 4.124a. Individual evaluations depend on the specific findings in your case.
These criteria are a rendering of § 4.124a, diagnostic code 8522. The official version is the one that governs your rating.
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