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 one to three times a week What raters look forcharacteristic attacks one to three times a week |
| 20% | Characteristic attacks occurring four to six times a week What raters look forcharacteristic attacks four to six times a week |
| 40% | Characteristic attacks occurring at least daily What raters look forcharacteristic attacks at least daily |
| 60% | With two or more digital ulcers and history of characteristic attacks What raters look fortwo or more digital ulcers; history of characteristic attacks |
| 100% | With two or more digital ulcers plus auto-amputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks What raters look fortwo or more digital ulcers; auto-amputation of one or more digits |
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: With two or more digital ulcers plus auto-amputation of one or more digits and history of characteristic attacks.
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