Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (DC 8017)

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (DC 8017) | VA Rating Tool

Diagnostic Code	8017
Category	Neurological Conditions And Convulsive Disorders
Subcategory	Brain, New Growth of
Also Known As	Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
CFR Section	38 CFR § 4.124a

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100%	8017 Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

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ALS causes depression through progressive loss of motor function, communication ability, and independence.

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