38 CFR Part 4 — 38 CFR § 4.124a
Neuritis, internal saphenous nerve
Peripheral nerves
Diagnostic code
8627
Why your DC matters: DC 8627 identifies the rating criteria VA applies to this condition. The controlling regulation and the evidence in an individual record determine the evaluation; no page can predict an outcome.
Official source
Until this catalog entry is independently reviewed, this page is identification only. Read the live schedule at 38 CFR Part 4 (eCFR) — locate diagnostic code 8627 in the subpart for your body system.
Next Steps
If your rating decision lists DC 8627, compare your current symptoms and documentation against the criteria for DC 8627 in 38 CFR Part 4. Consider:
- Requesting a copy of your rating decision and C&P exam report from the VA
- Gathering all relevant medical records (VA and private providers)
- Documenting functional limitations and how they impact work and daily activities
- Discussing whether medical-opinion evidence is needed with an accredited representative
- Reviewing any potentially related conditions with a qualified clinician and accredited representative
- Contacting a VA-accredited VSO, claims agent, or attorney to review your file
This is general educational information only — not legal or medical advice.
Other codes in this body system
Nearby catalog entries in Peripheral nerves, ordered by diagnostic code number. All Peripheral nerves codes
- DC 8619Neuritis, long thoracic nerve
- DC 8620Neuritis, sciatic nerve
- DC 8621Neuritis, external popliteal (common peroneal) nerve
- DC 8622Neuritis, musculocutaneous (superficial peroneal) nerve
- DC 8623Neuritis, anterior tibial (deep peroneal) nerve
- DC 8624Neuritis, internal popliteal (tibial) nerve
- DC 8625Neuritis, posterior tibial nerve
- DC 8626Neuritis, anterior crural (femoral) nerve
- DC 8628Neuritis, obturator nerve
- DC 8629Neuritis, external cutaneous nerve of thigh
- DC 8630Neuritis, ilio-inguinal nerve
- DC 8710Neuralgia, upper radicular group
- DC 8711Neuralgia, middle radicular group
- DC 8712Neuralgia, lower radicular group
- DC 8713Neuralgia, all radicular groups
- DC 8714Neuralgia, musculospiral nerve (radial)
Also: DC code lookup (tools) lists the same index in a compact layout.
Source: 38 CFR Part 4, Diagnostic Code 8627 • va.gov
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