Diagnostic Code 6300 · 38 CFR §4.88b
Vibriosis encompasses infections caused by Vibrio bacteria, including cholera and non-cholera Vibrio species. Veterans may contract these infections through contaminated water or food in deployment areas with poor sanitation. The VA uses the General Rating Formula: active disease is rated at 100 percent, and after resolution any residual damage such as renal failure, skin conditions, or musculoskeletal problems is rated under the appropriate body system.
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Active vibriosis infection with ongoing symptoms requiring treatment. |
| 0% | Infection has resolved. Residual damage such as renal failure, skin conditions, or musculoskeletal problems is rated under the appropriate body system codes. |
Lab results confirming Vibrio infection. Service records showing deployment to endemic areas. Medical records documenting treatment and recovery. Documentation of any chronic symptoms following the infection.
Yes, if you can show exposure during service and have ongoing residual effects. Lab records and deployment records are key evidence.
Post-infectious complications are well-documented. Claim the residual GI condition as secondary to the original infection with a gastroenterologist opinion.