You can actually estimate your VA hearing loss rating using your audiology exam report—but only if the right tests were done. VA requires: • A pure tone audiogram (including 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Hz) • A speech discrimination test using Maryland CNC Once you have those, VA uses a chart system (not judgment calls) to assign a rating based on how severe the loss is in both ears combined. There are also special rules that can result in a higher rating when hearing loss is more severe or speech