CancerPACT Act 2022
Glioblastoma
Typical VA Rating Range
100%
Actual ratings are assigned by VA raters based on C&P exam findings. This range reflects typical outcomes for veterans with this condition.
About This Condition
The most aggressive form of primary brain cancer, arising from glial cells (glioblastoma multiforme, GBM). Glioblastoma is difficult to treat and carries a poor prognosis. The PACT Act includes glioblastoma as a presumptive cancer, recognizing both the severity of the disease and the challenges of establishing service connection through traditional evidence.
Evidence Needed
- Pathology report or tissue biopsy confirming glioblastoma
- MRI of the brain with and without contrast
- Neurosurgery and neuro-oncology records
- Documentation of qualifying service
ICD-10 Codes
C71.9C71.0C71.1
These ICD-10 codes should appear in your medical records and VA examination reports. Your physician and VA rater will use these codes to document the condition.
Next Step
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