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Diagnostic Code 6518: Laryngectomy, total

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

Evaluation criteria	Rating
Laryngectomy, total	100% ¹
Rate the residuals of partial laryngectomy as laryngitis (DC 6516), aphonia (DC 6519), or stenosis of larynx (DC 6520).

¹ 1 Review for entitlement to special monthly compensation under § 3.350 of this chapter.

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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.