38 CFR Part 4 — 38 CFR § 4.130
Unspecified neurocognitive disorder
Mental health
Diagnostic code
9310
Why your DC matters: DC 9310 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 9310 in the subpart for your body system.
Next Steps
If your rating decision lists DC 9310, compare your current symptoms and documentation against the criteria for DC 9310 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 Mental health, ordered by diagnostic code number. All Mental health codes
- DC 9201Schizophrenia
- DC 9208Delusional disorder
- DC 9210Other specified and unspecified schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders
- DC 9211Schizoaffective Disorder
- DC 9300Delirium
- DC 9301Major or mild neurocognitive disorder due to HIV or other infections
- DC 9304Major or mild neurocognitive disorder due to traumatic brain injury
- DC 9305Major or mild vascular neurocognitive disorder
- DC 9312Major or mild neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease
- DC 9326Major or mild neurocognitive disorder due to another medical condition or substance/medication-induced major or mild neurocognitive disorder
- DC 9400Generalized anxiety disorder
- DC 9403Specific phobia; social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
- DC 9404Obsessive compulsive disorder
- DC 9410Other specified anxiety disorder
- DC 9411Posttraumatic stress disorder
- DC 9412Panic disorder and/or agoraphobia
Also: DC code lookup (tools) lists the same index in a compact layout.
Source: 38 CFR Part 4, Diagnostic Code 9310 • va.gov
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