38 C.F.R. § 4.128

Current through October 31, 2024
Section 4.128 - Convalescence ratings following extended hospitalization

If a mental disorder has been assigned a total evaluation due to a continuous period of hospitalization lasting six months or more, the rating agency shall continue the total evaluation indefinitely and schedule a mandatory examination six months after the veteran is discharged or released to nonbed care. A change in evaluation based on that or any subsequent examination shall be subject to the provisions of § 3.105(e) of this chapter.

38 C.F.R. §4.128

61 FR 52700, Oct. 8, 1996

Authority: 38 U.S.C. 1155