DC 7112Cardiovascular System38 CFR § 4.104

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%

Lowest schedular rating available

Maximum rating
0%

TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%

Rating tiers
1

0%

CFR section
§ 4.104

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Cardiovascular System
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for Aneurysm, any small artery?

RatingCriteria
0%

Asymptomatic

Asymptomatic

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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