Diagnostic code 6260 · 38 CFR 4.87
Tinnitus VA rating
Ringing, buzzing or hissing in the ears that keeps coming back. It is one of the most common VA claims.
| Rating | What VA looks for | 2026 pay (single) |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | Recurrent tinnitus. This is the only rating level. | $180.42 |
Pay shown is for this condition alone with no dependents. Multiple conditions combine using VA math, not addition.
- • You get a single 10% whether it's in one ear, both ears, or in the head.
- • Hearing loss is rated separately under DC 6100.
Summary written in plain language from the official rating schedule. The regulation's exact wording controls.