VA Disability Rating for Bartonellosis (DC 6306)

Diagnostic Code 6306 · 38 CFR §4.88b

What Is It?

Bartonellosis encompasses infections caused by Bartonella bacteria, transmitted through sandfly bites, fleas, or body lice. The VA uses the General Rating Formula: active disease at 100 percent, and residuals including endocarditis or skin lesions are rated under appropriate body system codes.

Rating Criteria

RatingCriteria
100%Active bartonellosis with confirmed infection and systemic symptoms during treatment.
0%Resolved. Lasting damage including endocarditis or skin lesions is rated under appropriate body system codes.

Evidence Needed

Lab results confirming Bartonella infection. Deployment records. Treatment records. Follow-up records. Documentation of organ damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is bartonellosis transmitted to veterans?

Through sandflies, fleas, and body lice — common in field conditions during deployments.

What if my bartonellosis cleared but I have lasting liver issues?

File the liver condition as secondary to the service-connected bartonellosis.