Rectum and Anus: Prolapse of
Rectum and Anus: Prolapse of is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7334 in the Digestive System category. Maximum rating: 100%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | For 2 months following repair of prolapse. Afterwards there will be a **MANDATORY** [Reevaluation and the condition will be rated on residuals.](https://VeteransBenefitsKB.com/cnp) |
| 100% | Persistent prolapse that does **NOT** reduce. |
| 50% | Manually reducible prolapse that occurs during times *other than* during bowel movements, exertion, *or* while doing the Valsalva maneuver. |
| 30% | Manually reducible prolapse that only occurs during times during bowel movements, exertion, *or* while doing the Valsalva maneuver. |
| 10% | Prolapse will come and go randomly but is **NOT** repairable. |
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