Note 1: Natural menopause, primary amenorrhea, and pregnancy and childbirth are not disabilities for rating purposes. Chronic residuals of medical or surgical complications of pregnancy may be disabilities for rating purposes.
Note 2: When evaluating any claim involving loss or loss of use of one or more creative organs or anatomical loss of one or both breasts, refer to § 3.350 of this chapter to determine whether the veteran may be entitled to special monthly compensation. Footnotes in the schedule indicate conditions which potentially establish entitlement to special monthly compensation; however, almost any condition in this section might, under certain circumstances, establish entitlement to special monthly compensation.
Following Radical Mastectomy:
| Description | Rating |
|---|---|
| 7626 Breast, surgery of: | |
| Following radical mastectomy: | |
| Both | 80 |
| One | 50 |
| Following modified radical mastectomy: | |
| Both | 60 |
| One | 40 |
| Following simple mastectomy or wide local excision with significant alteration of size or form: | |
| Both | 50 |
| One | 30 |
| Following wide local excision without significant alteration of size or form: | |
| Both or one | 0 |
Notes: For VA purposes:
- Radical mastectomy means removal of entire breast, underlying pectoral muscles, and regional lymph nodes up to the coracoclavicular ligament.
- Modified radical mastectomy means removal of entire breast and axillary lymph nodes, leaving pectoral muscles intact.
- Simple mastectomy means removal of all breast tissue, nipple, and a small portion of skin, sparing lymph nodes and muscles.
- Wide local excision includes partial mastectomy, lumpectomy, and similar procedures removing part of breast tissue.
Footnote (1): Review for entitlement to special monthly compensation under § 3.350 of this chapter.