Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7900)
The VA rates Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7900, Diagnostic Code 7900, from 10% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires Thyroid enlargement, tachycardia (more than 160 beats per minute), eye involvement, muscular weakness, loss of weight, and sympathetic nervous system, cardiovascular, or gastrointestinal symptoms.. Related conditions in the Endocrine body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease)?
Tachycardia, which may be intermittent, and tremor, or; continuous medication required for control.
For six months after initial diagnosis
Emotional instability, tachycardia, fatigability, and increased pulse pressure or blood pressure.
Thyroid enlargement, tachycardia (more than 160 beats per minute), eye involvement, muscular weakness, loss of weight, and sympathetic nervous system, cardiovascular, or gastrointestinal symptoms.
“Emotional instability, tachycardia, fatigability, and increased pulse pressure or blood pressure.”
How does the VA rate Endocrine conditions?
Common Questions About Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease)?
The VA rates Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) under Diagnostic Code 7900 at the following tiers: 10%, 30%, 60%, 100%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Tachycardia, which may be intermittent, and tremor, or; continuous medication required for control.. The maximum 100% rating requires: Thyroid enlargement, tachycardia (more than 160 beats per minute), eye involvement, muscular weakness, loss of weight, and sympathetic nervous system, cardiovascular, or gastrointestinal symptoms..
What is Diagnostic Code 7900?
Diagnostic Code 7900 is the VA rating identifier for Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7900. 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 Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease)?
The highest schedular rating for Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) under DC 7900 is 100%. This tier requires: Thyroid enlargement, tachycardia (more than 160 beats per minute), eye involvement, muscular weakness, loss of weight, and sympathetic nervous system, cardiovascular, or gastrointestinal symptoms.. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) 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 Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) ratings?
Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.119, DC 7900, Diagnostic Code 7900. 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 Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease)?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) 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 Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease)?
Service connection for Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease) 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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