Diagnostic Code 7318: Cholecystectomy Complications (Gallbladder Removal) Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.114
- Rating range
- 0% to 30%
- Rating levels
- 3
- Body system
- Digestive system
The VA rates Cholecystectomy Complications (Gallbladder Removal) under diagnostic code 7318 in 38 CFR § 4.114. The table below is the full set of rating criteria, from the schedule itself, with the evidence factors raters look for at each level.
DC 7318 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Asymptomatic What raters look forasymptomatic |
| 10% | With intermittent abdominal pain; and diarrhea characterized by one to two watery bowel movements per day What raters look forintermittent abdominal pain; one to two watery bowel movements per day |
| 30% | With recurrent abdominal pain (post-prandial or nocturnal); and chronic diarrhea characterized by three or more watery bowel movements per day What raters look forrecurrent post-prandial or nocturnal abdominal pain; three or more watery bowel movements per day |
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 7318?
Diagnostic code 7318 is the VA rating schedule entry for Cholecystectomy Complications (Gallbladder Removal), found in 38 CFR § 4.114. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 7318?
DC 7318 provides ratings of 0%, 10%, 30%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 7318 require?
The 30% rating for Cholecystectomy Complications requires: With recurrent abdominal pain (post-prandial or nocturnal); and chronic diarrhea characterized by three or more watery bowel movements per day.
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