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Diagnostic Code 6504: Nose, loss of part of, or scars

Respiratory System · 38 CFR §4.97 · All codes in this system

Evaluation criteriaRating
Exposing both nasal passages30%
Loss of part of one ala, or other obvious disfigurement10%
Note: Or evaluate as DC 7800, scars, disfiguring, head, face, or neck.

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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.97, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.