Angioneurotic edema
Angioneurotic edema is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104, Diagnostic Code 7118, from 10% to 40% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 40% rating requires: Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days or longer and occurring more than eight times a year, or; attacks with laryngeal involvement of any duration occurring more than twice a year. Most claims establish the 10% or 20% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 7118 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 40%
- Rating tiers
- 3
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.104
- Body system
- Cardiovascular System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
10%, 20%, 40%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Angioneurotic edema?
Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days and occurring two to four times a year
Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days and occurring five to eight times a year, or; attacks with laryngeal involvement of any duration occurring once or twice a year
Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days or longer and occurring more than eight times a year, or; attacks with laryngeal involvement of any duration occurring more than twice a year
“Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days and occurring five to eight times a year, or; attacks with laryngeal involvement of any duration occurring once or twice a year”
Common Questions About Angioneurotic edema VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Angioneurotic edema?
The VA rates Angioneurotic edema under Diagnostic Code 7118 at 10%, 20%, 40%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days and occurring two to four times a year. The maximum 40% rating requires: Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days or longer and occurring more than eight times a year, or; attacks with laryngeal involvement of any duration occurring more than twice a year.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Angioneurotic edema?
The VA rates Angioneurotic edema under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7118, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 10% and a 40% rating for Angioneurotic edema?
A 10% rating requires: Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days and occurring two to four times a year. A 40% rating requires: Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days or longer and occurring more than eight times a year, or; attacks with laryngeal involvement of any duration occurring more than twice a year. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Angioneurotic edema qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Angioneurotic edema may qualify for TDIU if the condition — alone or in combination with other service-connected disabilities — prevents substantially gainful employment. A single disability rated at 60% or higher (or multiple disabilities combining to 70%, with one at 40%) can support a TDIU claim under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Angioneurotic edema?
Service connection for Angioneurotic edema requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease, and (3) a medical nexus linking the current diagnosis to that in-service occurrence. A nexus letter from a treating or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence.
What is the C&P exam like for Angioneurotic edema?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Angioneurotic edema uses a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) specific to the body system involved. The examiner documents the frequency, severity, and functional impact of your symptoms. Bring all relevant treatment records and be prepared to describe your worst-day symptoms — the examiner rates your condition based on the full clinical picture, not a single visit.
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