VASRD 6207 · Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative VA Disability Rating
This code rates chronic suppurative otitis media, active, ongoing infected ear drainage, as a single-tier condition rather than a graduated scale, meaning the rating is the same whether the drainage is mild or more significant, as long as it's continuous. If your rating decision cites this specific code, confirming that drainage is active and ongoing is the entire basis of the claim.
VA Rating Tiers
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Ongoing infected drainage |
How the VA Evaluates Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative
Presence of pus drainage, medical history of repeated infection, impact on hearing.
Approval outlook
Moderate (~55%) with medical evidence.
Veterans service-connected
~1,400 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
- •ENT exam notes documenting active drainage.
- •Audiogram results, useful context on any related hearing impact.
Strategy Tips
- •Document all instances of ear drainage as they occur, since continuous, active suppuration is the specific finding this single-tier rating requires.
- •Include ENT treatment and follow-up records, since ongoing specialist care supports the chronic nature of the condition.
C&P Exam Pitfalls
- •Claiming this rating without active infection present at the time of the exam, since the condition specifically requires continuous suppuration.
- •No hearing test provided.
Common Filing Mistakes
- •No ENT specialist diagnosis in the record.
- •Omitting drainage history, since documenting the ongoing pattern is central to this claim.
Onset Patterns
- •This condition often follows a post-viral infection or repeated cases of swimmer's ear that progressed to a chronic state.
Secondary Conditions
Conditions commonly linked to Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.
Common questions about Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative
- Is Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative a VA-rated disability?
- Yes. The VA rates Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative under VASRD diagnostic code 6207 (Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)). This code rates chronic suppurative otitis media, active, ongoing infected ear drainage, as a single-tier condition rather than a graduated scale, meaning the rating is the same whether the drainage is m…
- What VA disability rating can I get for Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative?
- Possible VA ratings for Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative are 10%. Examples: 10%: Ongoing infected drainage.
- What's the typical VA rating awarded for Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative?
- Vetrify estimates the typical rating awarded for Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative at around 10%, based on VA claims data and the rating schedule. An estimated 1,400 veterans are service-connected for Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative. Estimated approval outlook: Moderate (~55%) with medical evidence.
- What evidence helps prove Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative for VA disability?
- Strong evidence for a Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative claim includes: ENT exam notes documenting active drainage.; Audiogram results, useful context on any related hearing impact..
- What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative?
- Common pitfalls when filing for Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative: No ENT specialist diagnosis in the record.; Omitting drainage history, since documenting the ongoing pattern is central to this claim..
- What conditions are commonly secondary to Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative?
- Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Otitis Media, Chronic Suppurative include: Hearing Loss, Tinnitus. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.
Official sources
- 38 CFR § 4.87 — Schedule of ratings — diseases of the ear (Diagnostic Code 6207)
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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