VASRD 8105 · Neurological Conditions

Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) VA Disability Rating

Neurological disorder causing sudden episodes of electrical brain activity.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
10%Seizures once every 2 years
20%1-2 minor seizures in last 6 months
40%1 major seizure in last year or frequent minor
80%1 major seizure every 3 months
100%1 major seizure per month on medication

How the VA Evaluates Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)

EEG, seizure log, medication usage, neurologist report.

Approval rate

Moderate

Annual service-connected

1,200 veterans

Average rating

40%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Neurology diagnosis
  • •Seizure diary
  • •EEG scans

Strategy Tips

  • •Log seizures in detail
  • •Have neurologist submit report

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •No seizure frequency log
  • •Only self-reports

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •No documentation of seizure control
  • •Missing EEG

Onset Patterns

  • •Post-TBI
  • •Idiopathic (unknown cause)

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Convulsive disorders (epilepsy). Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common questions about Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)

Is Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) under VASRD diagnostic code 8105 (Neurological Conditions). Neurological disorder causing sudden episodes of electrical brain activity.
What VA disability rating can I get for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)?
Possible VA ratings for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) are 10%, 20%, 40%, 80%, 100%. Examples: 10% — Seizures once every 2 years; 20% — 1-2 minor seizures in last 6 months; 40% — 1 major seizure in last year or frequent minor.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)?
The average awarded rating for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) is 40%. Roughly 1,200 veterans are service-connected for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate.
What evidence helps prove Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) claim includes: Neurology diagnosis; Seizure diary; EEG scans.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)?
Common pitfalls when filing for Convulsive disorders (epilepsy): No documentation of seizure control; Missing EEG.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Convulsive disorders (epilepsy)?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Convulsive disorders (epilepsy) include: , , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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