VASRD 7813 · Skin
Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) VA Disability Rating
Fungal skin infections affecting feet, nails, groin, or body.
VA Rating Tiers
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 60% | More than 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or systemic therapy taken constantly or near-constantly 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. Topical antifungals alone cannot raise this code above 0 percent. |
How the VA Evaluates Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)
The rating scales with the percentage of body surface affected and treatment intensity, from under 5% with no ongoing treatment at the noncompensable tier, up to over 40% or requiring systemic (oral) therapy at the highest tier.
Approval outlook
High
Veterans service-connected
~6,700 veterans
Typical rating awarded
~10%
Vetrify editorial estimates informed by VA published claims data (VBA Annual Benefits Report) and the VA rating schedule — not official VA statistics.
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Best Evidence to Gather
- •Dermatology exam findings confirming the diagnosis and extent.
- •Photos documenting the affected areas over time.
- •Prescription logs showing topical or systemic treatment history.
Strategy Tips
- •Track which treatments have been used and how consistently, since ongoing or escalating treatment need is part of what supports a higher rating.
- •Include the percentage of skin area affected in your evidence, since this specific measurement is what the rating schedule uses.
C&P Exam Pitfalls
- •Not documenting the percentage of skin affected, since this measurement directly determines the rating tier.
- •No recurrence history included, which supports the chronic nature of the condition.
Common Filing Mistakes
- •Missing pharmacy records that would otherwise show ongoing treatment.
- •Lack of a clear diagnosis confirmation from a dermatology exam.
Onset Patterns
- •Dermatophytosis often recurs, particularly with exposure to communal environments like shared showers, gyms, or field conditions during service.
Secondary Conditions
Conditions commonly linked to Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm). Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.
Cracked skin
Infection
Scarring
Common questions about Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)
- Is Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) a VA-rated disability?
- Yes. The VA rates Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) under VASRD diagnostic code 7813 (Skin). Fungal skin infections affecting feet, nails, groin, or body.
- What VA disability rating can I get for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?
- Possible VA ratings for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) are 60%, 30%, 10%, 0%. Examples: 60%: More than 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or systemic therapy taken constantly or near-constantly over the past 12 months.; 30%: 20 to 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed area…
- What's the typical VA rating awarded for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?
- Vetrify estimates the typical rating awarded for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) at around 10%, based on VA claims data and the rating schedule. An estimated 6,700 veterans are service-connected for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm). Estimated approval outlook: High.
- What evidence helps prove Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) for VA disability?
- Strong evidence for a Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) claim includes: Dermatology exam findings confirming the diagnosis and extent.; Photos documenting the affected areas over time.; Prescription logs showing topical or systemic treatment history..
- What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?
- Common pitfalls when filing for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm): Missing pharmacy records that would otherwise show ongoing treatment.; Lack of a clear diagnosis confirmation from a dermatology exam..
- What conditions are commonly secondary to Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?
- Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) include: Cracked skin, Infection, Scarring. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.
Official sources
- 38 CFR § 4.118 — Schedule of ratings — skin conditions (Diagnostic Code 7813)
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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