VASRD 7103 · Cardiovascular System

Aortic Insufficiency VA Disability Rating

A heart valve condition where blood leaks backward through the aorta.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
100%Chronic congestive heart failure, or workload of 3 METs or less
60%More than one episode of acute congestive heart failure in the past year
30%Workload of greater than 5 METs but not greater than 7 METs
10%Workload of greater than 7 METs but not greater than 10 METs

How the VA Evaluates Aortic Insufficiency

Rated based on symptoms, heart workload (METs), and whether heart failure is present.

Approval rate

Moderate (45–55%)

Annual service-connected

6,500 veterans

Average rating

30%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Echocardiogram
  • •Cardiologist diagnosis
  • •Exercise stress test

Strategy Tips

  • •Submit stress test results
  • •Explain impact on stamina and work

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Failing to measure METs properly

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Not connecting symptoms to cardiac performance

Onset Patterns

  • •Often develops over time from infections or congenital heart issues

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Aortic Insufficiency. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common questions about Aortic Insufficiency

Is Aortic Insufficiency a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Aortic Insufficiency under VASRD diagnostic code 7103 (Cardiovascular System). A heart valve condition where blood leaks backward through the aorta.
What VA disability rating can I get for Aortic Insufficiency?
Possible VA ratings for Aortic Insufficiency are 100%, 60%, 30%, 10%. Examples: 100% — Chronic congestive heart failure, or workload of 3 METs or less; 60% — More than one episode of acute congestive heart failure in the past year; 30% — Workload of greater than 5 METs but not greater than 7 METs.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Aortic Insufficiency?
The average awarded rating for Aortic Insufficiency is 30%. Roughly 6,500 veterans are service-connected for Aortic Insufficiency each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate (45–55%).
What evidence helps prove Aortic Insufficiency for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Aortic Insufficiency claim includes: Echocardiogram; Cardiologist diagnosis; Exercise stress test.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Aortic Insufficiency?
Common pitfalls when filing for Aortic Insufficiency: Not connecting symptoms to cardiac performance.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Aortic Insufficiency?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Aortic Insufficiency include: , , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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