Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
The VA rates Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma under Diagnostic Code 7715 at a single 100% level. The applicable level depends on the full criteria and the evidence for the condition. These percentages are alternatives, not amounts to add together.
Rating schedule — DC 7715 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 100%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.117
- Body system
- Hematologic & Lymphatic System
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
100%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | When there is active disease, during treatment phase, or with indolent and non-contiguous phase of low grade NHL |
“When there is active disease, during treatment phase, or with indolent and non-contiguous phase of low grade NHL”
What other hematologic & lymphatic conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 38 CFR Part 4. The rating schedule is ordered anatomically, so neighbouring codes usually cover the same joint, organ, or system, and a claim often involves more than one of them.
- 7706SplenectomyRated up to 20%
- 7709Hodgkin's lymphomaRated up to 100%
- 7710Adenitis, tuberculous, active or inactiveRated up to 0%
- 7712Multiple myelomaRated up to 100%
- 7714Sickle cell anemiaRated up to 100%
- 7716Aplastic anemiaRated up to 100%
- 7717AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis)Rated up to 100%
- 7718Essential thrombocythemia and primary myelofibrosisRated up to 100%
- 7719Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) (chronic myeloid leukemia or chronic granulocytic leukemia)Rated up to 100%
- 7720Iron deficiency anemiaRated up to 30%
Common Questions About Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
The VA rates Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma under Diagnostic Code 7715 at 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: When there is active disease, during treatment phase, or with indolent and non-contiguous phase of low grade NHL. The maximum 100% rating requires: When there is active disease, during treatment phase, or with indolent and non-contiguous phase of low grade NHL.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
The VA rates Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7715, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.117. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma 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 Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
The key evidence for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma 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 Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
The C&P examiner uses a Hematologic & Lymphatic System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7715 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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