EndocrineDC 7901

Toxic Thyroid Enlargement

Toxic thyroid enlargement is rated under DC 7901. This condition involves the thyroid becoming enlarged due to tumors, nodules, or swelling, AND the enlargement causes the thyroid to produce too many hormones (hyperthyroidism). The VA assigns a temporary 30% rating for 6 months after initial diagnosis, after which the veteran is rated on residual symptoms.

VA Rating Levels

30%

Assigned for 6 months after the initial diagnosis. After that period, the veteran is rated based on residual symptoms.

Exam Tips & Key Evidence

→If the enlargement causes disfigurement of the neck, you may qualify for a separate scar or disfigurement rating under the skin schedule.
→Difficulty swallowing caused by the enlargement can potentially be rated separately under the digestive system schedule.
→Document all symptoms and complications thoroughly before the 6-month re-evaluation to maximize your residual ratings.
→Common secondary conditions include difficulty swallowing, neck disfigurement, double vision, hyperthyroid heart disease, and other vision issues.

Commonly Related Conditions

HyperthyroidismDifficulty SwallowingNeck Disfigurement

38 CFR Reference

38 CFR 4.119, Diagnostic Code 7901