Migraine
Diagnostic code 8100
This formula governs the neurological conditions and convulsive disorders criteria published in 38 CFR §4.124a. The criteria below are quoted from the regulation and are current as of 2026-07-07.
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38 CFR §4.124aRegulation text current as of 2026-07-07
Published criteria
8100 Migraine:
50%With very frequent completely prostrating and prolonged attacks productive of severe economic inadaptability
30%With characteristic prostrating attacks occurring on an average once a month over last several months
10%With characteristic prostrating attacks averaging one in 2 months over last several months
0%With less frequent attacks
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