What happens during a C&P exam for Cervical Cancer?

Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms. Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

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Cervical Cancer

Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Cervical Cancer?

Cervical Cancer (DC 7627) is rated at 100% under 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7628. Per § 4.116 DC 7627, malignant neoplasms of the gynecological system are rated 100%. The 100% rating "shall continue beyond the cessation of any surgical, radiation, antineoplastic chemotherapy or other therapeutic procedures. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating shall be determined" by mandatory VA examination. If there has been no recurrence or metastasis, rate on residuals; rating changes are subject to § 3.105(e).

Q: What rates 100% for Cervical Cancer under 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7628?

Under 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7628 (DC 7627), a 100% rating for Cervical Cancer requires: Per § 4.116 DC 7627, malignant neoplasms of the gynecological system are rated 100%. The 100% rating "shall continue beyond the cessation of any surgical, radiation, antineoplastic chemotherapy or other therapeutic procedures. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating shall be determined" by mandatory VA examination. If there has been no recurrence or metastasis, rate on residuals; rating changes are subject to § 3.105(e).

Q: What evidence do I need for a Cervical Cancer VA claim?

Key evidence for a Cervical Cancer claim includes: Service treatment records; Current medical diagnosis and treatment records; Buddy/lay statements; Prescription history; Employment impact documentation. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 7627 | 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7628 | 

✓ VERIFIED AGAINST 38 C.F.R.§ 4.116 (Gynecological conditions and disorders of the breast) · reviewed 2026-05-15 · ClaimRecon Editorial Team

Cervical Cancer is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 7627 of 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7628 across 1 severity tier (100%). Service connection requires (1) a current diagnosis, (2) an in-service event, injury, or exposure, and (3) a medical nexus opinion linking the two under 38 C.F.R. § 3.303.

OVERVIEW

Malignant neoplasm of the cervix. Rated 100% during active disease and treatment. After treatment, rated on residuals. Often related to HPV exposure which may have occurred during military service.

RATING CRITERIA (1 LEVELS)

100%

Per § 4.116 DC 7627, malignant neoplasms of the gynecological system are rated 100%. The 100% rating "shall continue beyond the cessation of any surgical, radiation, antineoplastic chemotherapy or other therapeutic procedures. Six months after discontinuance of such treatment, the appropriate disability rating shall be determined" by mandatory VA examination. If there has been no recurrence or metastasis, rate on residuals; rating changes are subject to § 3.105(e).

KEY EVIDENCE TO GATHER

-Service treatment records

-Current medical diagnosis and treatment records

-Buddy/lay statements

-Prescription history

-Employment impact documentation

-Any relevant diagnostic testing

C&P EXAM TIPS (5)

1.Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.

2.Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

3.Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.

4.Mention all medications and their side effects.

5.Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.

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SOURCES & EDITORIAL

Rating criteria text quoted verbatim from 38 C.F.R. § 4.116 (Gynecological conditions and disorders of the breast). Source verified 2026-05-15 by ClaimRecon Editorial Team during a regulation-text comparison against the Cornell Law CFR mirror; eCFR.gov is the authoritative government source.

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