Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)
The VA rates Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) under Diagnostic Code 7123 at a single 100% level. At 100%, a veteran with no dependents receives $3,938.58 per month, tax-free (2026 rates); dependents add to that.
Rating schedule — DC 7123 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 100%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.104
- Body system
- Cardiovascular 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 Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) |
“Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)”
What other cardiovascular conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) 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.
- 7112Aneurysm, any small arteryRated up to 0%
- 7113Arteriovenous fistula, traumaticRated up to 100%
- 7114Peripheral arterial diseaseRated up to 100%
- 7115Thrombo-angiitis obliterans (Buerger's Disease)Rated up to 100%
- 7117Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's)Rated up to 100%
- 7118Angioneurotic edemaRated up to 40%
- 7119ErythromelalgiaRated up to 100%
- 7121Post-phlebitic syndrome of any etiologyRated up to 100%
- 7122Cold injury residualsRated up to 30%
- 7124Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's)Rated up to 10%
Common Questions About Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)?
The VA rates Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) under Diagnostic Code 7123 at 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin). The maximum 100% rating requires: Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin).
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)?
The VA rates Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) under Diagnostic Code (DC) 7123, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 100% rating for Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) 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 Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)?
The key evidence for Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin) 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 Soft tissue sarcoma (of vascular origin)?
The C&P examiner uses a Cardiovascular System DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 7123 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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