Angioneurotic edema
The VA rates Angioneurotic edema under Diagnostic Code 7118 across 3 severity levels, from 10% to 40%. The 40% maximum means additional ratings through secondary conditions or combined ratings are critical for higher compensation.
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Rating schedule — DC 7118 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 40%
- Rating tiers
- 3
- CFR section
- § 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?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Attacks without laryngeal involvement lasting one to seven days and occurring two to four times a year |
| 20% | 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 |
| 40% | 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?
Possibly. Angioneurotic edema maxes at 40%, which doesn't meet the single-disability TDIU threshold of 60% alone. However, if combined with other service-connected disabilities totaling 70%+ (with one at 40%+), TDIU under 38 CFR § 4.16(a) may apply. Extraschedular TDIU under § 4.16(b) is also available if the condition alone prevents work regardless of rating.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Angioneurotic edema?
The key evidence for Angioneurotic edema 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 Angioneurotic edema?
The C&P examiner uses a Cardiovascular System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7118 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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