Immune thrombocytopenia
The VA rates Immune thrombocytopenia under Diagnostic Code 7705 across 5 severity levels, from 0% to 100%. At 100%, veterans receive $3939/month or more in compensation.
Rating schedule — DC 7705 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 5
- CFR section
- § 4.117
- Body system
- Hematologic & Lymphatic System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
0%, 10%, 30%, 70%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Immune thrombocytopenia?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 0% | Platelet count above 50,000 and asymptomatic; or for immune thrombocytopenia in remission |
| 10% | Platelet count higher than 30,000 but not higher than 50,000, not requiring treatment |
| 30% | Platelet count higher than 30,000 but not higher than 50,000, with either immune thrombocytopenia or mild mucous membrane bleeding which requires oral corticosteroid therapy or intravenous immune globulin |
| 70% | Requiring immunosuppressive therapy; or for a platelet count higher than 30,000 but not higher than 50,000, with history of hospitalization because of severe bleeding requiring intravenous immune globulin, high-dose parenteral corticosteroids, and platelet transfusions |
| 100% | Requiring chemotherapy for chronic refractory thrombocytopenia; or a platelet count 30,000 or below despite treatment |
“Platelet count higher than 30,000 but not higher than 50,000, with either immune thrombocytopenia or mild mucous membrane bleeding which requires oral corticosteroid therapy or intravenous immune globulin”
Common Questions About Immune thrombocytopenia VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Immune thrombocytopenia?
The VA rates Immune thrombocytopenia under Diagnostic Code 7705 at 0%, 10%, 30%, 70%, 100%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Platelet count above 50,000 and asymptomatic; or for immune thrombocytopenia in remission. The maximum 100% rating requires: Requiring chemotherapy for chronic refractory thrombocytopenia; or a platelet count 30,000 or below despite treatment.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Immune thrombocytopenia?
The VA rates Immune thrombocytopenia under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7705, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.117. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
What is the difference between a 0% and a 100% rating for Immune thrombocytopenia?
A 0% rating requires: Platelet count above 50,000 and asymptomatic; or for immune thrombocytopenia in remission. A 100% rating requires: Requiring chemotherapy for chronic refractory thrombocytopenia; or a platelet count 30,000 or below despite treatment. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Immune thrombocytopenia qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Immune thrombocytopenia 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 Immune thrombocytopenia?
The key evidence for Immune thrombocytopenia 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 Immune thrombocytopenia?
The C&P examiner uses a Hematologic & Lymphatic System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7705 rating criteria. The examiner documents symptom frequency, severity, and functional impact. Bring all treatment records and describe your worst days, not your best — the VA rates on the full clinical picture across time, not a snapshot of one good day.
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