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title: "DC 8410 - Neuralgia [Tenth (pneumogastric, vagus) cranial nerve]"
diagnostic_code: "8410"
body_system: "Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders"
cfr_section: "§ 4.124a"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/neurological/8410-neuralgia-tenth-pneumogastric-vagus-cranial-nerve"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.124a"
updated: "2026-07-21T21:28:32.791823Z"
---

# DC 8410 - Neuralgia [Tenth (pneumogastric, vagus) cranial nerve]

Rated under § 4.124a. Body system: Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders.

Neuralgia of the tenth (pneumogastric, vagus) cranial nerve.

Rate as Paralysis of: [Tenth (pneumogastric, vagus) cranial nerve] (DC 8210)

## Rating criteria

| Rating | Criteria |
| --- | --- |
| 10% | Incomplete, moderate |

## Notes

- Rated by analogy to Paralysis of: [Tenth (pneumogastric, vagus) cranial nerve] (DC 8210). Per § 4.124, neuralgia is rated at a maximum of moderate incomplete paralysis.

# Neuralgia of the Tenth (Vagus) Cranial Nerve — VA Disability Rating (Diagnostic Code 8410)

*Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders · 38 CFR § 4.124a*

## What This Condition Is

Diagnostic Code 8410 covers **neuralgia of the tenth cranial nerve**, also known as the **pneumogastric or vagus nerve**. Neuralgia refers to nerve-related pain or irritation affecting this cranial nerve.

Under the VA's rating system, this condition is evaluated **by analogy to Paralysis of the Tenth (Vagus) Cranial Nerve (Diagnostic Code 8210)**.

## How the VA Rates It

Per § 4.124, **neuralgia is rated at a maximum of moderate incomplete paralysis**. This means the available rating level for this condition is capped accordingly.

| Rating | Criteria |
|--------|----------|
| **10%** | Incomplete, moderate |

## What the VA Looks For

When evaluating neuralgia of the tenth (vagus) cranial nerve, the VA:

- Assesses the condition of the vagus nerve consistent with the criteria for **neuralgia** of this cranial nerve.
- Rates the condition **by analogy to Paralysis of the Tenth (Vagus) Cranial Nerve (DC 8210)**.
- Applies the § 4.124 rule that limits neuralgia ratings to a **maximum of moderate incomplete paralysis**.
- Uses the available rating level of **10% for incomplete, moderate** presentation.

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*This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule under 38 CFR § 4.124a. It is provided for general educational purposes and does not guarantee any particular rating or outcome.*

Source: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.124a