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Splenectomy
Diagnostic code 7706 · Hemic and lymphatic systems · 38 CFR 4.117
Rating criteria: the exact regulation text
Quoted from 38 CFR 4.117. The "Rating" column is the percentage VA assigns for that level.
| Criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7706 Splenectomy | 20 |
| Note: Separately rate complications such as systemic infections with encapsulated bacteria | |
| Note: Separately rate complications such as systemic infections with encapsulated bacteria | |
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Note (1): Separately evaluate splenectomy under diagnostic code 7706 and combine with an evaluation under this diagnostic code
Note (2): Separately evaluate splenectomy under diagnostic code 7706 and combine with an evaluation under diagnostic code 7723
Related codes in the regulation
- 7705 Immune thrombocytopeniaMentioned together
- 7723 Acquired hemolytic anemiaMentioned together
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Where this comes from
38 CFR 4.117, VA's Schedule for Rating Disabilities, from the official eCFR.
Regulation text current as of October 16, 2026.
Change history for this code (38 CFR Part 4, Appendix A): Evaluation October 23, 1995; note December 9, 2018; criterion October 23, 1995.
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