Master Condition List
Overview
The Master Condition List is a comprehensive alphabetical resource for finding VA-rated conditions and understanding how the Veterans Benefits Administration rates disabilities. It contains over 3,600 claimable conditions.
Chief's Take: Over 3,600 conditions can be claimed. If something hurts and it's vaguely related to your service, it's probably on this list. The VA has a code for everything from ingrown toenails to existential dread.
Browse All Conditions
View the Complete Master Condition List →
Our interactive condition browser lets you: - Search by condition name or diagnostic code - Navigate A-Z with instant filtering - Click any condition to see rating details - Find related conditions in the same body system
Browse by Body System
You can also explore conditions organized by the VA's body system categories:
Popular body systems include: - Mental Disorders - PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder - Musculoskeletal - Back pain, arthritis, joint conditions - Neurological - Migraines, neuropathy, TBI - Respiratory - Sleep apnea, asthma, COPD - Cardiovascular - Heart conditions, hypertension - Digestive - GERD, IBS, liver conditions - Skin - Eczema, psoriasis, scars - Ear/Hearing - Tinnitus, hearing loss, vertigo
What's Included
The list includes: - All conditions listed within the VA rating schedule - Common analogous and equivalent conditions - Diagnostic codes for each condition - Links to rating criteria and percentages
How to Use the List
Finding Your Condition
- Go to the Master Condition List
- Use the search bar to find conditions by name or diagnostic code
- Click any letter (A-Z) to browse conditions starting with that letter
- Or browse by body system if you know which category applies
Understanding the Information
Each condition page shows: - Condition name and diagnostic code (DC) - Body system classification with link to related conditions - Rating criteria link to official VA rating percentages - Related conditions that may also apply to you
Categories of Conditions
The VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) organizes conditions into body system categories. Each category has its own range of diagnostic codes (DCs). Browse all 39 body systems →
| Body System | DC Range | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Musculoskeletal | 50xx | Bones, joints, muscles, arthritis |
| Eyes & Ears | 60xx | Vision, hearing loss, tinnitus |
| Infectious Diseases | 63xx | HIV, tuberculosis |
| Respiratory | 65-68xx | Lungs, sleep apnea, asthma |
| Cardiovascular | 70xx | Heart, blood vessels, hypertension |
| Digestive | 72-73xx | GERD, IBS, liver conditions |
| Genitourinary | 75-76xx | Kidneys, bladder, reproductive |
| Hemic/Lymphatic | 77xx | Blood disorders, lymph nodes |
| Skin | 78xx | Eczema, psoriasis, scars |
| Endocrine | 79xx | Diabetes, thyroid conditions |
| Neurological | 80-89xx | Brain, nerves, TBI, migraines |
| Mental Disorders | 92-95xx | PTSD, depression, anxiety |
| Dental/Oral | 99xx | Teeth, jaw conditions |
Commonly Overlooked Conditions
Many veterans don't realize they can claim (see Commonly Overlooked Disabilities): - Tinnitus (ringing in ears) - Sleep apnea - Migraines/headaches - GERD (acid reflux) - Scars from injuries or surgery - Flat feet - Erectile dysfunction - Mental health conditions - High blood pressure
Diagnostic Codes
Every VA-rated condition has a diagnostic code. For example: - 9411 - PTSD - 6260 - Tinnitus - 5237 - Lumbar strain - 7913 - Diabetes mellitus - 6847 - Sleep apnea
Learn more about VA Diagnostic Codes and how hyphenated codes work.
Knowing your diagnostic code helps you: - Understand exactly how VA rated your condition - Research rating criteria - Identify potential secondary conditions
Using the List for Claims
For New Claims
- Look up your condition to see if it's ratable
- Review the rating criteria to understand what evidence you need
- Check for related conditions you may have overlooked
- See Filing a VA Disability Claim
For Increase Claims
- Review the criteria for the next higher rating
- Gather evidence showing you meet those criteria
- Document symptoms that match higher rating levels
- See Increasing Your VA Rating
For Appeals
- Compare your symptoms to rating criteria
- Identify if you were rated under the wrong code
- Find evidence requirements you may have missed
- See Appeals Process Guide
Secondary Conditions
The list also helps identify secondary conditions: - Conditions caused by your primary service-connected disability - Related conditions within the same body system - Medication side effects that may be ratable
Learn more about Service Connection Types.
Tips for Using the Master Condition List
- Don't limit yourself - If you have symptoms, look them up
- Check related conditions - One condition often connects to others
- Review rating criteria carefully - Know what's needed for each percentage
- Consider secondary connections - Your primary condition may cause others
- Document everything - Match your symptoms to rating criteria
Related Resources
- Rating Schedule Index - Complete guide to the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities
- Commonly Overlooked Disabilities - Conditions veterans often forget to claim
- Federal Benefits by Combined Rating - What you qualify for at each rating level
- Filing a VA Disability Claim - How to file your claim
- VA Diagnostic Codes Explained - Understanding DC numbers and hyphenated codes