Chronic lung abscess
Chronic lung abscess is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 6824 in the Respiratory System category. Maximum rating: 100%.
Respiratory Rating Table
Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) Rating Criteria
Source: 38 CFR ยง 4.96-4.97 - Schedule of Respiratory Ratings
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Actively progressive with systemic manifestations |
| 60% | Residual severe dyspnea and FEV-1 less than 40% of predicted |
| 30% | Residual moderate dyspnea and FEV-1 of 56-70% of predicted |
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