Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious
Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.115b, Diagnostic Code 7512, from 0% to 60% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 60% rating requires: Voiding dysfunction requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than 4 times per day.. Most claims establish the 0% or 10% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 7512 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 60%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.115b
- Body system
- Genitourinary System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
0%, 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious?
Rate as voiding dysfunction.
Note: Cross-reference — see referenced criteria for rating tiers
Urinary frequency: Daytime voiding interval between two and three hours, or; awakening to void two times per night.
Note: Chronic cystitis is rated as voiding dysfunction under 38 CFR § 4.115a. Rate based on the predominant disability — voiding dysfunction (urine leakage, frequency, or obstructed voiding).
Urinary frequency: Daytime voiding interval between one and two hours, or; awakening to void three to four times per night. OR voiding dysfunction requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed less than 2 times per day.
Urinary frequency: Daytime voiding interval less than one hour, or; awakening to void five or more times per night. OR voiding dysfunction requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed 2 to 4 times per day.
Voiding dysfunction requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than 4 times per day.
Note: 60% is the maximum rating for voiding dysfunction (urine leakage). Obstructed voiding has a maximum of 30%.
“Urinary frequency: Daytime voiding interval between one and two hours, or; awakening to void three to four times per night. OR voiding dysfunction requiring the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed less than 2 times per day.”
Common Questions About Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious?
The VA rates Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious under Diagnostic Code 7512 at 0%, 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Rate as voiding dysfunction.. The maximum 60% rating requires: Voiding dysfunction requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than 4 times per day..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious?
The VA rates Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7512, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.115b. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 60% rating for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious?
A 0% rating requires: Rate as voiding dysfunction.. A 60% rating requires: Voiding dysfunction requiring the use of an appliance or the wearing of absorbent materials which must be changed more than 4 times per day.. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious 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 Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious?
Service connection for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious 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 Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Cystitis, chronic, includes interstitial and all etiologies, infectious and non-infectious 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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