Diverticulum of the Bladder

DC 7545 Genitourinary System

Diverticulum of the Bladder is a VA-ratable condition under diagnostic code 7545 in the Genitourinary System category. Maximum rating: 30%.

Rating	Criteria
30%	Regular infections that require 3 or more hospitalizations a year; or requires intensive and continuous treatment.
10%	Regular infections that require 1-2 hospitalizations a year; or requires occasional intensive treatment; or regular continuous use of medication to treat.
0%	Regular infections NOT requiring hospitalizations, but DO require suppressive drug therapy for less than 6 months.

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