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VA Rating for TMJ Disorder (Jaw)

DC 9905 Max schedular: 50% Category: Musculoskeletal Updated for 2026 rates
The Official Criteria

TMJ Disorder (Jaw) Rating Chart

Criteria from 38 CFR Part 4 (DC 9905). Pay shown is the 2026 monthly rate for a veteran alone at that percentage by itself.

RatingWhat qualifies2026 monthly pay*
50%Maximum unassisted vertical jaw opening of 0–10 mm with dietary restriction to mechanically altered foods (40% without dietary restriction).$1,132.90
40%Opening of 11–20 mm with dietary restriction (30% without); or 21–29 mm restricted to full liquid/pureed foods.$795.84
30%Opening of 21–29 mm with soft-food restriction (20% without); or 30–34 mm restricted to full liquid/pureed foods.$552.47
10%Opening of 30–34 mm without dietary restriction; or lateral excursion limited to 0–4 mm.$180.42

*Rate for that single rating with no dependents. Your combined rating and household may differ — run your exact numbers in our calculator.

How the VA Rates TMJ Disorder (Jaw)

TMJ is measured in millimeters of unassisted jaw opening (normal is 35–50 mm) — and whether you medically need altered foods. Have the dietary limitation documented; it moves every tier up.

Evidence That Wins This Claim

  • Ask the examiner to record the mm opening AND your dietary restrictions.
  • Bruxism from PTSD medication is a viable secondary theory.
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