Uterus and both ovaries, removal of, complete (DC 7617)

Body system: Gynecological ConditionsRegulation: 38 CFR § 4.116DBQ: DBQ GYN Gynecological

DC 7617 covers complete surgical removal of the uterus AND both ovaries — total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. The VA assigns a 100% convalescent rating for three months from the date of surgery, then a permanent 50% rating thereafter. In addition to the schedular rating, bilateral removal of the ovaries qualifies for special monthly compensation SMC-K (loss of use of a creative organ) under 38 USC 1114(k), payable on top of the 50% rating. Indications include malignancy of the female reproductive tract, severe endometriosis, large symptomatic fibroids, postpartum hemorrhage, and severe pelvic inflammatory disease.

Rating levels

  • 100% — You qualify for 100% for three months after the complete removal of the uterus and both ovaries (total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy). This convalescent rating is automatic and runs from the date of surgery.
  • 50% — You qualify for 50% beginning the day after the three-month convalescent period ends. This is a fixed, permanent rating for complete removal of the uterus and both ovaries — no further reduction. Bilateral removal of the ovaries also qualifies for special monthly compensation SMC-K (loss of use of a creative organ) under 38 USC 1114(k), payable in addition to the 50% schedular rating.

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