Diagnostic code
Diagnostic Code 8108: Narcolepsy Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.124a
- Rating range
- 10% to 80%
- Rating levels
- 5
- Body system
- Neurological conditions
The VA rates Narcolepsy under diagnostic code 8108 in 38 CFR § 4.124a. 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 8108 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Confirmed diagnosis with a history of narcoleptic episodes, rated as minor seizures What raters look forconfirmed diagnosis; history of episodes |
| 20% | At least two narcoleptic episodes in the last six months What raters look for2 episodes in 6 months |
| 40% | Averaging at least 5 to 8 narcoleptic episodes weekly What raters look for5 to 8 episodes weekly |
| 60% | Averaging 9 to 10 narcoleptic episodes per week What raters look for9 to 10 episodes weekly |
| 80% | Averaging more than 10 narcoleptic episodes weekly What raters look formore than 10 episodes weekly |
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 8108?
Diagnostic code 8108 is the VA rating schedule entry for Narcolepsy, found in 38 CFR § 4.124a. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 8108?
DC 8108 provides ratings of 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 8108 require?
The 80% rating for Narcolepsy requires: Averaging more than 10 narcoleptic episodes weekly.
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