Diagnostic code
Diagnostic Code 7117: Raynaud's Syndrome Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.104
- Rating range
- 10% to 100%
- Rating levels
- 5
- Body system
- Cardiovascular system
The VA rates Raynaud's Syndrome under diagnostic code 7117 in 38 CFR § 4.104. The table below is the full set of rating criteria, from the schedule itself, with the evidence factors raters look for at each level.
DC 7117 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Characteristic attacks occurring 1-3 times per week What raters look for1-3 attacks/week |
| 20% | Characteristic attacks occurring 4-6 times per week What raters look for4-6 attacks/week |
| 40% | Characteristic attacks occurring at least daily What raters look fordaily attacks |
| 60% | Two or more digital ulcers plus autoamputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks What raters look fordigital ulcers; autoamputation |
| 100% | Two or more digital ulcers plus autoamputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks What raters look forsevere ulcers; multiple autoamputations |
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 7117?
Diagnostic code 7117 is the VA rating schedule entry for Raynaud's Syndrome, found in 38 CFR § 4.104. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 7117?
DC 7117 provides ratings of 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 100%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 7117 require?
The 100% rating for Raynaud's Syndrome requires: Two or more digital ulcers plus autoamputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks.
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Claim Raven is not legal or medical advice and is not an official VA application. Rating criteria are quoted from 38 CFR Part 4; the VA applies them to your specific record.
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