VASRD 7801 · Skin Conditions

Scars, Deep and Nonlinear VA Disability Rating

Thick scars that are deep below skin or have irregular shape, often painful or limiting motion.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
40%Large or many scars
30%Medium group
20%Big single scar
10%Small deep scar

How the VA Evaluates Scars, Deep and Nonlinear

Measurement of scar depth, size, and interference with movement or daily life.

Approval rate

Moderate (~60%) with photos or surgical records.

Annual service-connected

5,600 veterans

Average rating

20%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Surgical or wound care records
  • •Photo documentation

Strategy Tips

  • •Take clear, date-stamped scar photos
  • •Describe motion limits or pain from scar

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Claiming without measurements
  • •Scar not visible during exam

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Not distinguishing scar depth
  • •Ignoring nonlinearity in shape

Onset Patterns

  • •Surgery, trauma, or burns

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Scars, Deep and Nonlinear. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Pain Disorder

    Chronic scar pain

  • Nerve Entrapment

    Deep scarring over nerves

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Military occupational specialties (MOS) where Scars, Deep and Nonlinear is frequently claimed.

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Common questions about Scars, Deep and Nonlinear

Is Scars, Deep and Nonlinear a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Scars, Deep and Nonlinear under VASRD diagnostic code 7801 (Skin Conditions). Thick scars that are deep below skin or have irregular shape, often painful or limiting motion.
What VA disability rating can I get for Scars, Deep and Nonlinear?
Possible VA ratings for Scars, Deep and Nonlinear are 40%, 30%, 20%, 10%. Examples: 40% — Large or many scars; 30% — Medium group; 20% — Big single scar.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Scars, Deep and Nonlinear?
The average awarded rating for Scars, Deep and Nonlinear is 20%. Roughly 5,600 veterans are service-connected for Scars, Deep and Nonlinear each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate (~60%) with photos or surgical records..
What evidence helps prove Scars, Deep and Nonlinear for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Scars, Deep and Nonlinear claim includes: Surgical or wound care records; Photo documentation.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Scars, Deep and Nonlinear?
Common pitfalls when filing for Scars, Deep and Nonlinear: Not distinguishing scar depth; Ignoring nonlinearity in shape.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Scars, Deep and Nonlinear?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Scars, Deep and Nonlinear include: Pain Disorder, Nerve Entrapment. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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