Neuritis, sciatic nerve DC 8620
Neuritis, sciatic nerve VA Disability Rating Details
| Diagnostic Code | 8620 |
|---|---|
| Category | Neurological Conditions And Convulsive Disorders |
| Subcategory | Peripheral Nerves |
| Also Known As | Sciatic |
| CFR Section | 38 CFR § 4.124a |
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Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 80% | Complete; the foot dangles and drops, no active movement possible of muscles below the knee, flexion of knee weakened or (very rarely) lost |
| 60% | Severe, with marked muscular atrophy |
| 40% | Moderately severe |
| 20% | Moderate |
| 10% | Mild |