Aneurysm, any small artery — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7112)

The VA rates Aneurysm, any small artery under Diagnostic Code 7112 at the following tiers: 0%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Asymptomatic. The maximum 0% rating requires: Asymptomatic.

Diagnostic Code 7112 is the VA rating identifier for Aneurysm, any small artery within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104. It defines the specific symptom criteria and percentage thresholds a VA adjudicator uses to assign a disability rating. The diagnostic code is listed on a veteran's rating decision letter.

The maximum rating for Aneurysm, any small artery is defined in 38 CFR Part 4 under DC 7112. See the rating tiers above for exact criteria.

Aneurysm, any small artery is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104, Diagnostic Code 7112. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Aneurysm, any small artery may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

Service connection for Aneurysm, any small artery requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease that may have caused or aggravated it, and (3) a medical nexus connecting the current diagnosis to that in-service event. A nexus letter from a treating physician or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence. C&P exam findings can also establish nexus if adequately documented.