Aligned with VA migraine rating criteria (38 CFR 4.124a, DC 8100). Track frequency, severity, prostrating episodes, and economic impact to build a strong evidence record.
Educational only - not legal, medical, or VA advice. The VA migraine rating criteria shown here are for reference; your actual rating will be determined by the VA based on your examination and medical evidence.
38 CFR § 4.124a. Migraines are rated based on the frequency of prostrating attacks (completely incapacitating, requiring bed rest):
"Prostrating" = so severe you MUST lie down and cannot function. Document this explicitly.
Track your migraines with severity, duration, and triggers to build evidence for VA claims.
A 50% migraine rating requires documented prostrating attacks. The difference between 30% and 50% is $200+/month.