Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7118 in the Blood Vessels category. Maximum rating: 40%.

Cardiovascular Rating Table

Metabolic Equivalents (METs) Rating Criteria

Metabolic Equivalents (METs) Rating Criteria

Source: 38 CFR ยง 4.100-4.104 - Schedule of Cardiovascular Ratings

Rating Criteria

Rating Criteria
40% Attacks occurring more than 4 times a year or lasting more than 7 days
20% Attacks occurring 2-4 times a year lasting 1-7 days
10% Attacks occurring less than 2 times a year

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