Alopecia areata
Alopecia areata is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7831 in the Skin category. Maximum rating: 10%.
Skin Condition Rating Reference
Body Surface Area - Rule of Nines
Source: 38 CFR ยง 4.118 - Schedule of Skin Ratings
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Loss of **ALL** body hair. |
| 0% | Loss of hair limited to scalp and face. |
Filing Tips
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