RIN Data
| VA | RIN: 2900-AQ72 | Publication ID: Spring 2023 |
| Title: Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Ear, Nose, Throat, and Audiology Disabilities; Special Provisions Regarding Evaluation of Respiratory Conditions; Respiratory System | |
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Abstract:
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) revises sections of 38 CFR parts 3 and 4 that address the ear, nose, throat, audiology, and respiratory systems. The purpose of these changes is to update medical terminology, incorporate medical advances that have occurred since the last review, and provide well-defined criteria in accordance with actual clinical practice. VA will also rename the body system currently designated for conditions related to hearing and the ear, to include the nose and throat. VA will also consolidate within the scope of otolaryngology several diagnostic codes (DCs) currently listed within the respiratory system. These amendments are in accordance with the President’s priorities that improve service delivery, customer experience, and reduce administrative burdens for those accessing public benefits and services. |
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| Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs(VA) | Priority: Economically Significant |
| RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda | Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage |
| Major: Yes | Unfunded Mandates: No |
| CFR Citation: 38 CFR 4.85 38 CFR 4.87 38 CFR 4.96 38 CFR 4.97 | |
| Legal Authority: 38 U.S.C. 501(a) 38 U.S.C. 1155 | |
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Legal Deadline:
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| Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No | Government Levels Affected: None |
| Small Entities Affected: No | Federalism: No |
| Included in the Regulatory Plan: No | |
| RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov | |
| RIN Data Printed in the FR: No | |
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Agency Contact: Dr. Gary Reynolds Medical Officer Department of Veterans Affairs 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20420 Phone:202 461-9700 Email: gary.reynolds3@va.gov |
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