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Diagnostic Code 6731: Tuberculosis, pulmonary, chronic, inactive
Respiratory System · 38 CFR §4.97 · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Depending on the specific findings, rate residuals as interstitial lung disease, restrictive lung disease, or, when obstructive lung disease is the major residual, as chronic bronchitis (DC 6600). Rate thoracoplasty as removal of ribs under DC 5297. | |
| Note: A mandatory examination will be requested immediately following notification that active tuberculosis evaluated under DC 6730 has become inactive. Any change in evaluation will be carried out under the provisions of ยง 3.105(e). | |
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.