Anorectal Abscess
DC 7335
Digestive System
Anorectal Abscess is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7335 in the Digestive System category. Maximum rating: 60%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 60% | *More than 2* constant *or* near-constant fistulas **WITH** abscesses, drainage, **AND** pain, which do **NOT** respond well to medical **AND** surgical treatment. |
| 40% | Drainage **AND** pain, **WITH** abscess. |
| 20% | *2 or more* simultaneous fistulas **WITH** drainage **AND** pain. |
| 10% | Drainage **AND** pain. |
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