Primary service-connected condition

DC 6502 — Septum, nasal, deviation

Also known as: deviated septum, nasal septum deviation, crooked nose

Mapped secondary conditions

These are commonly claimed secondary connections linked to this primary disability. Use them as a screening tool for conversations with your doctor, VSO, or VA-accredited attorney.

Primary → Secondary

Septum, nasal, deviation → Sinusitis, pansinusitis, chronic

6510

Strong

How the connection is commonly explained

Deviated septum impairs sinus drainage, causing chronic sinusitis

Filing tip

File as a secondary claim to DC 6502 (Septum, nasal, deviation). Provide medical records showing deviated septum impairs sinus drainage, causing chronic sinusitis and request a nexus opinion linking Sinusitis, pansinusitis, chronic to your service-connected condition.

Relationship type: Caused by

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Primary → Secondary

Septum, nasal, deviation → Sleep Apnea Syndromes

6847

Strong

How the connection is commonly explained

Nasal obstruction directly contributes to obstructive sleep apnea

Filing tip

File as a secondary claim to DC 6502 (Septum, nasal, deviation). Provide medical records showing nasal obstruction directly contributes to obstructive sleep apnea and request a nexus opinion linking Sleep Apnea Syndromes to your service-connected condition.

Relationship type: Caused by

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Primary → Secondary

Septum, nasal, deviation → Allergic or vasomotor rhinitis

6522

Moderate

How the connection is commonly explained

Structural nasal issues worsen chronic rhinitis

Filing tip

File as a secondary claim to DC 6502 (Septum, nasal, deviation). Provide medical records showing structural nasal issues worsen chronic rhinitis and request a nexus opinion linking Allergic or vasomotor rhinitis to your service-connected condition.

Relationship type: Caused by

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Primary → Secondary

Septum, nasal, deviation → Migraine

8100

Moderate

How the connection is commonly explained

Nasal obstruction and sinus pressure trigger headaches

Filing tip

File as a secondary claim to DC 6502 (Septum, nasal, deviation). Provide medical records showing nasal obstruction and sinus pressure trigger headaches and request a nexus opinion linking Migraine to your service-connected condition.

Relationship type: Caused by

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How to File a Secondary Claim

1. Have your primary condition already service-connected.

2. Get diagnosed with the secondary condition.

3. Get a nexus letter from a doctor linking them.

4. File VA Form 21-526EZ and select the claim as a secondary claim.

5. Attend the C&P exam if one is scheduled.

Disclaimer: Secondary connections shown are based on commonly established medical links. Individual claims require medical evidence. Consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney.