Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7124)
The VA rates Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104, Diagnostic Code 7124, from 0% to 10% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 10% rating requires Characteristic attacks associated with trophic change(s), such as tight, shiny skin. Related conditions in the Cardiovascular body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's)?
Characteristic attacks without trophic change(s)
Characteristic attacks associated with trophic change(s), such as tight, shiny skin
“Characteristic attacks associated with trophic change(s), such as tight, shiny skin”
How does the VA rate Cardiovascular conditions?
Common Questions About Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's)?
The VA rates Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) under Diagnostic Code 7124 at the following tiers: 0%, 10%. The minimum 0% rating requires: Characteristic attacks without trophic change(s). The maximum 10% rating requires: Characteristic attacks associated with trophic change(s), such as tight, shiny skin.
What is Diagnostic Code 7124?
Diagnostic Code 7124 is the VA rating identifier for Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) 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.
What is the highest rating for Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's)?
The highest schedular rating for Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) under DC 7124 is 10%. This tier requires: Characteristic attacks associated with trophic change(s), such as tight, shiny skin. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) 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 Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) ratings?
Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104, Diagnostic Code 7124. 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 Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's)?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) 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 Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's)?
Service connection for Raynaud's disease (also known as primary Raynaud's) 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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