Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's) — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 7117)

The VA rates Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's) under Diagnostic Code 7117 at the following tiers: 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 100%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Characteristic attacks occurring one to three times a week. The maximum 100% rating requires: With two or more digital ulcers plus auto-amputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks.

Diagnostic Code 7117 is the VA rating identifier for Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary 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.

The highest schedular rating for Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's) under DC 7117 is 100%. This tier requires: With two or more digital ulcers plus auto-amputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary 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.

Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary Raynaud's) is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.104, Diagnostic Code 7117. 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 Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary 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.

Service connection for Raynaud's syndrome (also known as secondary Raynaud's phenomenon or secondary 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.