Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)
The VA rates Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) under Diagnostic Code 7005 across 4 severity levels, from 10% to 100%. At 100%, veterans receive $3939/month or more in compensation. There are 4 documented secondary conditions linked to Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease).
Rating schedule — DC 7005 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 4
- CFR section
- § 4.104, DC 7005
- Body system
- Cardiovascular System
- Secondary conditions
- 4
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
10%, 30%, 60%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
Mapped in our database
What are the VA rating criteria for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Workload of greater than 7 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; continuous medication required. Note: CAD/IHD is rated based on metabolic equivalent (MET) testing during stress testing (exercise or pharmacological). METs represent the energy cost of physical activities. Higher METs tolerated = less impairment. Continuous medication qualifies for a 10% minimum rating. |
| 30% | Workload of greater than 5 METs but not greater than 7 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; cardiac hypertrophy or dilatation on electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, or X-ray. |
| 60% | More than one episode of acute congestive heart failure in the past year, or; workload of greater than 1 MET but not greater than 3 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction of 30 to 50 percent. |
| 100% | Chronic congestive heart failure, or; workload of 3 METs or less results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction of less than 30 percent. Note: A 100% rating for CAD requires either chronic CHF, extreme exertional limitation (3 METs or less), or severely depressed ejection fraction (<30%). Veterans at 100% for IHD are entitled to a minimum 6-month evaluation before any rating reduction. |
“More than one episode of acute congestive heart failure in the past year, or; workload of greater than 1 MET but not greater than 3 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction of 30 to 50 percent.”
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
View 4 secondary conditions linked to Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)
Medical rationale, evidence strength, and filing tips — rated under 38 CFR § 3.310
Common Questions About Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
The VA rates Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) under Diagnostic Code 7005 at 10%, 30%, 60%, 100%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Workload of greater than 7 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; continuous medication required.. The maximum 100% rating requires: Chronic congestive heart failure, or; workload of 3 METs or less results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction of less than 30 percent..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
The VA rates Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7005, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7005. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 10% and a 100% rating for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
A 10% rating requires: Workload of greater than 7 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; continuous medication required.. A 100% rating requires: Chronic congestive heart failure, or; workload of 3 METs or less results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or; left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction of less than 30 percent.. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) alone meets the single-disability threshold for TDIU (38 CFR § 4.16). If the condition prevents substantially gainful employment, the veteran is compensated at the 100% rate without a schedular 100% rating.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
The key evidence for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) 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.
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease) is associated with 4 documented secondary conditions. Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by a service-connected disability are ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. See the secondary conditions page for the full list with medical rationale and evidence strength ratings.
What happens at the C&P exam for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease)?
The C&P examiner uses a Cardiovascular System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7005 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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