VASRD 6817 · Respiratory System

Pulmonary embolism VA Disability Rating

Blockage in lung arteries typically caused by blood clots.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
30%Following acute episode with mild residuals
60%Chronic condition with reduced exertional capacity
100%Ongoing oxygen therapy or severe impairment

How the VA Evaluates Pulmonary embolism

CT scan, D-dimer test, O2 saturation levels.

Approval rate

Moderate

Annual service-connected

1,200 veterans

Average rating

60%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Pulmonary angiogram
  • •Echocardiogram
  • •Hospitalization records

Strategy Tips

  • •Document supplemental oxygen use
  • •Include history of blood clots

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Confusing with asthma
  • •No confirmation imaging

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •No acute care records
  • •Missing D-dimer or scan

Onset Patterns

  • •Sudden onset
  • •Triggered by immobility or surgery

Secondary Conditions

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

Common questions about Pulmonary embolism

Is Pulmonary embolism a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Pulmonary embolism under VASRD diagnostic code 6817 (Respiratory System). Blockage in lung arteries typically caused by blood clots.
What VA disability rating can I get for Pulmonary embolism?
Possible VA ratings for Pulmonary embolism are 30%, 60%, 100%. Examples: 30% — Following acute episode with mild residuals; 60% — Chronic condition with reduced exertional capacity; 100% — Ongoing oxygen therapy or severe impairment.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Pulmonary embolism?
The average awarded rating for Pulmonary embolism is 60%. Roughly 1,200 veterans are service-connected for Pulmonary embolism each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate.
What evidence helps prove Pulmonary embolism for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Pulmonary embolism claim includes: Pulmonary angiogram; Echocardiogram; Hospitalization records.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Pulmonary embolism?
Common pitfalls when filing for Pulmonary embolism: No acute care records; Missing D-dimer or scan.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Pulmonary embolism?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Pulmonary embolism include: , , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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