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Diagnostic Code 8911: Epilepsy, petit mal
Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders · 38 CFR §4.124a · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rate under the general rating formula for minor seizures. | |
| Note (1): A major seizure is characterized by the generalized tonic-clonic convulsion with unconsciousness. | |
| Note (2): A minor seizure consists of a brief interruption in consciousness or conscious control associated with staring or rhythmic blinking of the eyes or nodding of the head (“pure” petit mal), or sudden jerking movements of the arms, trunk, or head (myoclonic type) or sudden loss of postural control (akinetic type). | |
Rated under: General Rating Formula for Major and Minor Epileptic Seizures
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Averaging at least 1 major seizure per month over the last year | 100% |
| Averaging at least 1 major seizure in 3 months over the last year; or more than 10 minor seizures weekly | 80% |
| Averaging at least 1 major seizure in 4 months over the last year; or 9-10 minor seizures per week | 60% |
| At least 1 major seizure in the last 6 months or 2 in the last year; or averaging at least 5 to 8 minor seizures weekly | 40% |
| At least 1 major seizure in the last 2 years; or at least 2 minor seizures in the last 6 months | 20% |
| A confirmed diagnosis of epilepsy with a history of seizures | 10% |
| Note (1): When continuous medication is shown necessary for the control of epilepsy, the minimum evaluation will be 10 percent. This rating will not be combined with any other rating for epilepsy. | |
| Note (2): In the presence of major and minor seizures, rate the predominating type. | |
| Note (3): There will be no distinction between diurnal and nocturnal major seizures. | |
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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.124a, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.