VA Disability Rating for Paramyoclonus multiplex (DC 8104)

Body system: Neurological Conditions and Convulsive DisordersRegulation: 38 CFR § 4.124aDBQ: DBQ NEURO Central Nervous System and Neuromuscular Diseases

Paramyoclonus multiplex is a neurological condition that causes sudden, involuntary muscle jerks (called myoclonus) throughout different parts of your body. The VA rates this condition by cross-referencing it to Diagnostic Code 8103 for tics, meaning you'll be evaluated based on how severe your muscle jerking and movement symptoms are. The rating can go up to 60% for severe cases where the involuntary movements significantly interfere with your daily activities and work.

Rating levels

  • 60% — Paramyoclonus multiplex, frequent involuntary muscle jerks, is rated as a convulsive tic. The 60% shown here is for severe cases. Lesser cases are rated under the tic code, DC 8103: 30% for severe, 10% for moderate and 0% for mild involvement (38 CFR 4.124a).

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