Tuberculous Epididymo-orchitis
Tuberculous Epididymo-orchitis is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7525 in the Genitourinary System category. Maximum rating: 30%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | Recurrent symptomatic infection requiring drainage/frequent hospitalization (greater than two times/year), and/or requiring continuous intensive management |
| 10% | Long-term drug therapy, 1-2 hospitalizations per year and/or requiring intermittent intensive management |
| 0% | No symptoms or controlled with minimal therapy |
Important Notes
Per 38 CFR 4.115b DC 7525. Rate on infection severity, not renal dysfunction.
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