Diagnostic Code 7005
Cardiovascular
Max Rating: 100%
VA Disability Rating Criteria for Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (CAD)
The Department of Veterans Affairs rates Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (CAD) under 38 CFR Book C (Diagnostic Code 7005). Compensation ratings are determined by the severity of functional impairment and objective medical evidence.
Title 38 CFR Statutory Rating Schedule
Source: eCFR Part 4| Rating | Required Diagnostic Symptoms & Severity |
|---|---|
| 100% | Chronic CHF; or workload ≤3 METs; or left ventricular dysfunction with EF <30%. |
| 60% | More than one episode of acute CHF in the past year; or workload >3 METs but ≤5 METs; or left ventricular dysfunction with EF 30-50%. |
| 30% | Workload >5 METs but ≤7 METs; or evidence of cardiac hypertrophy/dilatation on EKG, echocardiogram, or X-ray. |
| 10% | Workload >7 METs but ≤10 METs resulting in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or continuous medication required. |
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