VASRD 6204 · Ear Conditions

Peripheral Vestibular Disorders VA Disability Rating

Disorders affecting balance, causing dizziness, vertigo, and nausea.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
30%Frequent dizziness and loss of balance
10%Mild dizziness now and then

How the VA Evaluates Peripheral Vestibular Disorders

Diagnosis of vestibular disorder with symptoms of imbalance or vertigo.

Approval rate

Moderate – strong with ENT or neuro confirmation.

Annual service-connected

92,000 veterans

Average rating

10%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •ENT or neurologist diagnosis
  • •Notes documenting frequency of vertigo
  • •Balance or gait exam findings

Strategy Tips

  • •Describe symptom frequency and impact
  • •Use ENT or neuro records
  • •Include history of imbalance or falls

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Claiming dizziness without documentation
  • •No formal diagnosis or exam findings

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Missing medical diagnosis
  • •Not describing how often symptoms occur

Onset Patterns

  • •Can result from ear infections, trauma, or noise exposure
  • •Often worsens over time or with age

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Peripheral Vestibular Disorders. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Anxiety

    Frequent dizziness can cause panic

  • Falls

    Imbalance increases risk of injury

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Military occupational specialties (MOS) where Peripheral Vestibular Disorders is frequently claimed.

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Common questions about Peripheral Vestibular Disorders

Is Peripheral Vestibular Disorders a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Peripheral Vestibular Disorders under VASRD diagnostic code 6204 (Ear Conditions). Disorders affecting balance, causing dizziness, vertigo, and nausea.
What VA disability rating can I get for Peripheral Vestibular Disorders?
Possible VA ratings for Peripheral Vestibular Disorders are 30%, 10%. Examples: 30% — Frequent dizziness and loss of balance; 10% — Mild dizziness now and then.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Peripheral Vestibular Disorders?
The average awarded rating for Peripheral Vestibular Disorders is 10%. Roughly 92,000 veterans are service-connected for Peripheral Vestibular Disorders each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate – strong with ENT or neuro confirmation..
What evidence helps prove Peripheral Vestibular Disorders for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Peripheral Vestibular Disorders claim includes: ENT or neurologist diagnosis; Notes documenting frequency of vertigo; Balance or gait exam findings.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Peripheral Vestibular Disorders?
Common pitfalls when filing for Peripheral Vestibular Disorders: Missing medical diagnosis; Not describing how often symptoms occur.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Peripheral Vestibular Disorders?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Peripheral Vestibular Disorders include: Anxiety, Falls. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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