Neuralgia, anterior tibial nerve (deep peroneal)
Neuralgia, anterior tibial nerve (deep peroneal) is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 8723 in the Lower Extremity Nerves category. Maximum rating: 40%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | Severe neuralgia with characteristic intense, stabbing, burning pain and demonstrable organic changes |
| 30% | Moderately severe neuralgia with frequent characteristic pain |
| 20% | Moderate neuralgia with regular episodes of characteristic pain |
| 10% | Mild neuralgia with characteristic pain symptoms |
Important Notes
Neuralgia characterized by dull and intermittent pain of typical distribution
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