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VASRD 7806 · Skin

Dermatitis or Eczema VA Disability Rating

A chronic skin condition causing rashes, redness, itching, or flaking, often worsened by allergens or stress.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
60%More than 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or constant or near-constant systemic therapy over the past 12 months.
30%20 to 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or systemic therapy for six weeks or more but not constantly over the past 12 months.
10%At least 5 but under 20 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or intermittent systemic therapy totalling under six weeks over the past 12 months.
0%Under 5 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, with no more than topical therapy over the past 12 months.

How the VA Evaluates Dermatitis or Eczema

Rated based on surface area affected and the type, frequency, and duration of treatment required (topical vs systemic).

Approval outlook

High – especially when treated by dermatology and surface area is documented.

Veterans service-connected

596,075 veterans

Typical rating awarded

~10%

Veterans service-connected count from the VBA Annual Benefits Report (FY2025), as of September 30, 2025. Approval outlook and typical rating are Vetrify editorial estimates — not official VA statistics.

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Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Dermatology records with area measurement (percentage of body affected)
  • •Photos showing visible skin lesions
  • •Medication history (topical or oral corticosteroids, immunosuppressants)

Strategy Tips

  • •Submit photos during flare-ups
  • •Clarify if condition affects visible areas like face/hands
  • •Include prescription records showing systemic medication use

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Not specifying systemic vs topical treatment
  • •Missing percent of body surface area affected
  • •No current skin exam or photos

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Omitting body surface area estimates
  • •Not differentiating between topical and systemic treatments
  • •Failing to include recent dermatology notes

Onset Patterns

  • •Often develops in service due to environmental or chemical exposures
  • •Triggered by allergens or stress
  • •Chronic relapsing course with flares and remissions

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Dermatitis or Eczema. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common Among These Military Jobs

Military occupational specialties (MOS) where Dermatitis or Eczema is frequently claimed.

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Common questions about Dermatitis or Eczema

Is Dermatitis or Eczema a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Dermatitis or Eczema under VASRD diagnostic code 7806 (Skin). A chronic skin condition causing rashes, redness, itching, or flaking, often worsened by allergens or stress.
What VA disability rating can I get for Dermatitis or Eczema?
Possible VA ratings for Dermatitis or Eczema are 60%, 30%, 10%, 0%. Examples: 60%: More than 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or constant or near-constant systemic therapy over the past 12 months.; 30%: 20 to 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or systemic therapy for s…
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Dermatitis or Eczema?
Vetrify estimates the typical rating awarded for Dermatitis or Eczema at around 10%, based on VA claims data and the rating schedule. Per the VBA Annual Benefits Report (FY2025), 596,075 veterans were receiving VA compensation for Dermatitis or Eczema as of September 30, 2025. Estimated approval outlook: High – especi…
What evidence helps prove Dermatitis or Eczema for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Dermatitis or Eczema claim includes: Dermatology records with area measurement (percentage of body affected); Photos showing visible skin lesions; Medication history (topical or oral corticosteroids, immunosuppressants).
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Dermatitis or Eczema?
Common pitfalls when filing for Dermatitis or Eczema: Omitting body surface area estimates; Not differentiating between topical and systemic treatments; Failing to include recent dermatology notes.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Dermatitis or Eczema?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Dermatitis or Eczema include: Depression, Infections, Sleep Problems. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

Official sources

  1. 38 CFR § 4.118 — Schedule of ratings — skin conditions (Diagnostic Code 7806)
  2. VBA Annual Benefits Report (FY2025) — veterans service-connected count, as of September 30, 2025

Rating criteria on this page are an educational summary of the cited regulation — the eCFR text is authoritative. See how Vetrify derives its numbers.

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