Diagnostic code
Diagnostic Code 7512: Cystitis, Chronic (includes recurrent UTI) Rating Criteria
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.115b
- Rating range
- 20% to 60%
- Rating levels
- 3
- Body system
- Genitourinary system
The VA rates Cystitis, Chronic (includes recurrent UTI) under diagnostic code 7512 in 38 CFR § 4.115b. 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 7512 rating criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 20% | Voiding dysfunction with continual urine leakage requiring absorbent materials changed fewer than 2 times per day What raters look forcontinual leakage; fewer than 2 changes/day |
| 40% | Continual urine leakage requiring absorbent materials changed 2 to 4 times per day What raters look for2-4 changes/day |
| 60% | Continual urine leakage requiring the use of an appliance or absorbent materials changed more than 4 times per day What raters look forappliance; more than 4 changes/day |
Frequently asked questions
What is VA diagnostic code 7512?
Diagnostic code 7512 is the VA rating schedule entry for Cystitis, Chronic (includes recurrent UTI), found in 38 CFR § 4.115b. The VA assigns this code when it rates the condition and applies the criteria listed on this page.
What ratings are possible under DC 7512?
DC 7512 provides ratings of 20%, 40%, 60%. The percentage depends on which criteria your medical evidence documents, not on the diagnosis alone.
What does the highest rating under DC 7512 require?
The 60% rating for Cystitis, Chronic (includes recurrent UTI) requires: Continual urine leakage requiring the use of an appliance or absorbent materials changed more than 4 times per day.