Cushing's syndrome — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7907)
The VA rates Cushing's syndrome under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, Diagnostic Code 7907, from 30% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires As active, progressive disease, including areas of osteoporosis, hypertension, and proximal upper and lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb st…. Related conditions in the Endocrine body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Cushing's syndrome?
With striae, obesity, moon face, glucose intolerance, and vascular fragility
Proximal upper or lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms
As active, progressive disease, including areas of osteoporosis, hypertension, and proximal upper and lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms
“Proximal upper or lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms”
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Common Questions About Cushing's syndrome VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Cushing's syndrome?
The VA rates Cushing's syndrome under Diagnostic Code 7907 at the following tiers: 30%, 60%, 100%. The minimum 30% rating requires: With striae, obesity, moon face, glucose intolerance, and vascular fragility. The maximum 100% rating requires: As active, progressive disease, including areas of osteoporosis, hypertension, and proximal upper and lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms.
What is Diagnostic Code 7907?
Diagnostic Code 7907 is the VA rating identifier for Cushing's syndrome within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119. 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.
What is the highest rating for Cushing's syndrome?
The highest schedular rating for Cushing's syndrome under DC 7907 is 100%. This tier requires: As active, progressive disease, including areas of osteoporosis, hypertension, and proximal upper and lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Cushing's syndrome alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What 38 CFR section governs Cushing's syndrome ratings?
Cushing's syndrome is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, Diagnostic Code 7907. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Cushing's syndrome?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Cushing's syndrome may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Cushing's syndrome?
Service connection for Cushing's syndrome 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.
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