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DC 6310: Syphilis, And Other Treponema Infections
Read VA diagnostic code 6310 for Syphilis, and other treponema infections: published criteria, regulatory notes, related codes and official sources checked October 25, 2026.
Published criteria from 38 CFR 4.88b, current through 2026-10-22. Historical decisions may require a different version. This reference does not diagnose a condition or determine an evaluation.
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DC 6310: Syphilis, And Other Treponema Infections
Diagnostic code 6310 addresses Syphilis, and other treponema infections. Read its specific instructions together with any shared formula, notes and linked provisions. These criteria describe evaluation after the applicable entitlement requirements are met; this reference does not diagnose a condition or determine a claim.
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| 6310 Syphilis, and other treponema infections: | |
| Note: Rate under the appropriate body system any residual disability of infection, which includes, but is not limited to, diseases of the nervous system, vascular system, eyes, or ears (see DC 7004, DC 8013, DC 8014, DC 8015, and DC 9301). |
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