Diagnostic code
Diagnostic Code 7831: Alopecia (Hair Loss) Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.118
- Rating range
- 0% to 10%
- Rating levels
- 2
- Body system
- Skin conditions
The VA rates Alopecia (Hair Loss) under diagnostic code 7831 in 38 CFR § 4.118. 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 7831 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Loss of hair limited to scalp and face What raters look forscalp/face only |
| 10% | Loss of all body hair What raters look forall body hair lost |
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 7831?
Diagnostic code 7831 is the VA rating schedule entry for Alopecia (Hair Loss), found in 38 CFR § 4.118. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 7831?
DC 7831 provides ratings of 0%, 10%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 7831 require?
The 10% rating for Alopecia (Hair Loss) requires: Loss of all body hair.
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Claim Raven is not legal or medical advice and is not an official VA application. Rating criteria are quoted from 38 CFR Part 4; the VA applies them to your specific record.
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