Aneurysm, any small artery
The VA rates Aneurysm, any small artery under Diagnostic Code 7112 at a single 0% level. With a cap of 0%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating.
Rating schedule — DC 7112 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 0%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.104
- Body system
- Cardiovascular System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Aneurysm, any small artery?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Asymptomatic |
“Asymptomatic”
What other cardiovascular conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Aneurysm, any small artery in 38 CFR Part 4. The rating schedule is ordered anatomically, so neighbouring codes usually cover the same joint, organ, or system, and a claim often involves more than one of them.
- 7019Cardiac transplantationRated up to 100%
- 7020CardiomyopathyRated up to 30%
- 7101Hypertensive vascular disease (hypertension and isolated systolic hypertension)Rated up to 60%
- 7110Aortic aneurysm: Ascending, thoracic, or abdominalRated up to 100%
- 7111Aneurysm, any large arteryRated up to 100%
- 7113Arteriovenous fistula, traumaticRated up to 100%
- 7114Peripheral arterial diseaseRated up to 100%
- 7115Thrombo-angiitis obliterans (Buerger's Disease)Rated up to 100%
- 7117Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's)Rated up to 100%
- 7118Angioneurotic edemaRated up to 40%
Common Questions About Aneurysm, any small artery VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Aneurysm, any small artery?
The VA rates Aneurysm, any small artery under Diagnostic Code 7112 at 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Asymptomatic. The maximum 0% rating requires: Asymptomatic.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Aneurysm, any small artery?
The VA rates Aneurysm, any small artery under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7112, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Aneurysm, any small artery qualify for TDIU?
Aneurysm, any small artery maxes at 0%, well below the single-disability TDIU threshold. However, combined with other service-connected disabilities, TDIU may be achievable under 38 CFR § 4.16. Focus on establishing secondary conditions to increase the combined rating.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Aneurysm, any small artery?
The key evidence for Aneurysm, any small artery is documentation of how the condition affects daily functioning. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable impact on daily life all strengthen the claim. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional linking the current severity to service is essential for contested claims.
What happens at the C&P exam for Aneurysm, any small artery?
The C&P examiner uses a Cardiovascular System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7112 rating criteria. Cardiac stress testing or METs estimation drives the rating. If you cannot exercise, the examiner estimates METs from interview. Be specific about what activities cause symptoms — stairs, walking distances, lifting limits.
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