DC 7629Genitourinary38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7629Last verified: MAR 11, 2026

Endometriosis — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7629)

The VA rates Endometriosis under 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7629, Diagnostic Code 7629, from 0% to 50% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 50% rating requires Lesions involving bowel or bladder confirmed by laparoscopy, pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding not controlled by treatment, and bowel or bladder symptoms. Related conditions in the Genitourinary body system share this rating framework.

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Rating schedule — DC 7629 at a glance

Minimum rating
0%

Lowest schedular rating available

Maximum rating
50%

TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%

Rating tiers
4

0%, 10%, 30%, 50%

CFR section
§ 4.116, DC 7629

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Genitourinary
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for Endometriosis?

0%Disability Rating

Endometriosis with lesions documented by laparoscopy, but asymptomatic.

10%Disability Rating

Pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding requiring continuous treatment for control

30%Disability Rating

Pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding not controlled by treatment

50%Disability Rating

Lesions involving bowel or bladder confirmed by laparoscopy, pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding not controlled by treatment, and bowel or bladder symptoms

“Pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding not controlled by treatment”

How does the VA rate Genitourinary conditions?

Atherosclerotic renal disease (renal artery stenosis, atheroembolic renal disease, or large vessel disease, unspecified)DC 7534
Benign neoplasms of the genitourinary systemDC 7529
Bladder, calculus in, with symptoms interfering with functionDC 7515
Bladder, diverticulum ofDC 7545
Bladder, fistula ofDC 7516
Bladder, injury ofDC 7517

Common Questions About Endometriosis VA Ratings

What is the VA disability rating for Endometriosis?

The VA rates Endometriosis under Diagnostic Code 7629 at the following tiers: 0%, 10%, 30%, 50%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Endometriosis with lesions documented by laparoscopy, but asymptomatic.. The maximum 50% rating requires: Lesions involving bowel or bladder confirmed by laparoscopy, pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding not controlled by treatment, and bowel or bladder symptoms.

What is Diagnostic Code 7629?

Diagnostic Code 7629 is the VA rating identifier for Endometriosis within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7629. 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 Endometriosis?

The highest schedular rating for Endometriosis under DC 7629 is 50%. This tier requires: Lesions involving bowel or bladder confirmed by laparoscopy, pelvic pain or heavy or irregular bleeding not controlled by treatment, and bowel or bladder symptoms. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Endometriosis 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 Endometriosis ratings?

Endometriosis is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.116, DC 7629, Diagnostic Code 7629. 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 Endometriosis?

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Endometriosis 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 supports a higher rating for Endometriosis?

The key evidence for Endometriosis depends on the body system. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable daily impact all strengthen the claim. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional is essential for contested claims.

Can Endometriosis qualify for TDIU?

Endometriosis maxes at 50%, below the single-disability TDIU threshold of 60%. However, combined with other service-connected disabilities totaling 70%+ (with one at 40%+), TDIU under § 4.16(a) may apply. Extraschedular TDIU under § 4.16(b) is available if Endometriosis alone prevents work regardless of the rating percentage.

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