Auriculoventricular Block VA Disability Rating

VA Rating Tiers

How the VA Evaluates Auriculoventricular Block

EKG, Holter monitoring, exercise tolerance tests (METs), symptoms.

Secondary Conditions

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

• Fatigue

  Poor heart output

• Dizziness

  Low blood flow

Common questions about Auriculoventricular Block

Is Auriculoventricular Block a VA-rated disability?

Yes. The VA rates Auriculoventricular Block under VASRD diagnostic code 7015 (Cardiovascular). Electrical conduction block in the heart causing bradycardia and fatigue.

What VA disability rating can I get for Auriculoventricular Block?

Possible VA ratings for Auriculoventricular Block are 100%, 60%, 30%, 10%. Examples: 100% — Heart failure or severe limitation; 60% — Moderate heart limitation; 30% — Mild limitation.

What's the typical VA rating awarded for Auriculoventricular Block?

The average awarded rating for Auriculoventricular Block is 30%. Roughly 400 veterans are service-connected for Auriculoventricular Block each year. Typical approval likelihood: High (~75%) if diagnosed by cardiologist..

What evidence helps prove Auriculoventricular Block for VA disability?

Strong evidence for a Auriculoventricular Block claim includes: Cardiology reports; METs testing.

What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Auriculoventricular Block?

Common pitfalls when filing for Auriculoventricular Block: Failing to link symptoms to block; No follow-up from diagnosis.

What conditions are commonly secondary to Auriculoventricular Block?

Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Auriculoventricular Block include: Fatigue, Dizziness. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.