VA Disability Condition Guides

Post-traumatic stress disorder ratings based on social and occupational impairment.

Ringing in the ears. Maximum schedular rating is 10%, the most commonly claimed condition.

Obstructive sleep apnea ratings based on need for CPAP, oxygen therapy, or respiratory failure.

Lower back pain ratings based on range of motion limitation and incapacitating episodes.

Migraine headache ratings based on frequency, duration, and economic impact.

Hearing loss ratings determined by audiometric testing using Table VI and Table VII.

Generalized anxiety disorder rated under the same criteria as PTSD and other mental health conditions.

Knee disability ratings based on limitation of flexion. Rated under DC 5260; separate codes exist for extension (DC 5261) and instability (DC 5257).

Gastroesophageal reflux disease rated based on pain, vomiting, and weight loss symptoms.

ED ratings plus Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of use of a creative organ.