What happens during a C&P exam for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy)?

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Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy)

Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy)?

Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) (DC 7716) is rated at 100%, 60%, 30%, 10%, 0% under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating). DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring peripheral blood or bone marrow stem cell transplant; OR requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period. For generic anemia, this tier rarely reached unless severe transfusion-dependent or active malignancy concurrent.

Q: What rates 100% for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating) (DC 7716), a 100% rating for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) requires: DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring peripheral blood or bone marrow stem cell transplant; OR requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period. For generic anemia, this tier rarely reached unless severe transfusion-dependent or active malignancy concurrent.

Q: What rates 60% for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating) (DC 7716), a 60% rating for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) requires: DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every three months per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once every three months per 12-month period; OR using continuous therapy with immunosuppressive agent or newer platelet stimulating factors (ESA — erythropoiesis-stimulating agents like epoetin alfa / darbepoetin).

Q: What rates 30% for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating) (DC 7716), a 30% rating for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) requires: DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once per 12-month period. For generic chronic anemia, this captures patients requiring occasional transfusions or with recurrent secondary-infection burden.

Q: What rates 10% for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating) (DC 7716), a 10% rating for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) requires: DC 7716 by analogy — Functional surrogate tier for chronic-disease anemia not meeting verbatim DC 7716 transfusion thresholds: Hgb persistently < 10 g/dL with chronic fatigue / dyspnea on exertion requiring continuous medication (oral iron, IV iron infusions, ESA therapy at maintenance doses).

Q: What rates 0% for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating) (DC 7716), a 0% rating for Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) requires: Documented anemia with Hgb 10-12 g/dL, asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic, managed with oral iron supplementation or dietary modification. No transfusions, no ESA therapy.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) VA claim?

Key evidence for a Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) claim includes: Service treatment records; Current medical diagnosis and treatment records; Buddy/lay statements; Prescription history; Employment impact documentation. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 771638 C.F.R. § 4.117

Diagnostic Code

DC 7716

38 C.F.R. § 4.117

Rating Range

0–100%

5 severity tiers

Source

Referenced

38 C.F.R. Part 4

Iron Deficiency Anemia (Generic — Rated by Analogy) is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 7716 of 38 CFR § 4.117, DC 7716 by analogy (the pre-amendment DC 7700 was REMOVED 2018-12-09; rate per DC 7716 aplastic anemia framework OR within underlying SC condition's rating) across 5 severity tiers (100% / 60% / 30% / 10% / 0%). Service connection requires (1) a current diagnosis, (2) an in-service event, injury, or exposure, and (3) a medical nexus opinion linking the two under 38 C.F.R. § 3.303.

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Overview

Most common type of anemia where the body lacks sufficient iron to produce adequate hemoglobin. Causes fatigue, weakness, pale skin, shortness of breath, and dizziness. Often secondary to service-connected GI bleeding (peptic ulcer, IBD, colorectal cancer), chronic renal disease (anemia of CKD), heavy menstruation, or poor absorption.

Rating Criteria

100%

DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring peripheral blood or bone marrow stem cell transplant; OR requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once every six weeks per 12-month period. For generic anemia, this tier rarely reached unless severe transfusion-dependent or active malignancy concurrent.

60%

DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once every three months per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once every three months per 12-month period; OR using continuous therapy with immunosuppressive agent or newer platelet stimulating factors (ESA — erythropoiesis-stimulating agents like epoetin alfa / darbepoetin).

30%

DC 7716 by analogy — Per verbatim § 4.117 DC 7716: requiring transfusion of platelets or red cells, on average, at least once per 12-month period; OR infections recurring, on average, at least once per 12-month period. For generic chronic anemia, this captures patients requiring occasional transfusions or with recurrent secondary-infection burden.

10%

DC 7716 by analogy — Functional surrogate tier for chronic-disease anemia not meeting verbatim DC 7716 transfusion thresholds: Hgb persistently < 10 g/dL with chronic fatigue / dyspnea on exertion requiring continuous medication (oral iron, IV iron infusions, ESA therapy at maintenance doses).

Documented anemia with Hgb 10-12 g/dL, asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic, managed with oral iron supplementation or dietary modification. No transfusions, no ESA therapy.

03Key Evidence

—Service treatment records

—Current medical diagnosis and treatment records

—Buddy/lay statements

—Prescription history

—Employment impact documentation

—Any relevant diagnostic testing

04C&P Exam Tips

1Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.

2Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

3Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.

4Mention all medications and their side effects.

5Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria reference 38 C.F.R. Part 4 (Schedule for Rating Disabilities). This entry has not yet undergone editorial review against the live regulation text — consult the authoritative source directly before relying on the criteria shown.

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