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Diagnostic code 6210Verified

Chronic otitis externa

VA lists one compensable level for the specified chronic external-ear findings requiring frequent and prolonged treatment.

Auditoryswimmer's earexternal ear canal inflammation
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Official schedule

Percentage levels and criteria

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10%
Official criteria
Swelling, dry and scaly or serous discharge, and itching requiring frequent and prolonged treatment
Plain-language summary

The listed findings require frequent and prolonged treatment.

Source record

38 CFR § 4.87—Schedule of ratings, ear

38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6210 · Effective Jun 10, 1999 · Reviewed Jul 24, 2026

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