What secondary conditions are linked to Peripheral Vascular Disease?

Common secondary conditions for Peripheral Vascular Disease include Coronary Artery Disease, Stroke, Chronic Wounds, Gangrene, Amputation. Secondary service connection is established under 38 C.F.R. 3.310 when a condition is caused or aggravated by an already service-connected disability.

What happens during a C&P exam for Peripheral Vascular Disease?

Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms. Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

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Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Peripheral Vascular Disease?

Peripheral Vascular Disease (DC 7114) is rated at 10%, 30%, 60%, 100% under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114. Workload of greater than 7 METs but not greater than 10 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or continuous medication required.

Q: What rates 10% for Peripheral Vascular Disease under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114?

Under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114 (DC 7114), a 10% rating for Peripheral Vascular Disease requires: Workload of greater than 7 METs but not greater than 10 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or continuous medication required.

Q: What rates 30% for Peripheral Vascular Disease under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114?

Under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114 (DC 7114), a 30% rating for Peripheral Vascular Disease requires: Workload of greater than 5 METs but not greater than 7 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or evidence of cardiac hypertrophy or dilatation on EKG, echocardiogram, or X-ray.

Q: What rates 60% for Peripheral Vascular Disease under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114?

Under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114 (DC 7114), a 60% rating for Peripheral Vascular Disease requires: More than one episode of acute congestive heart failure in the past year; or workload of greater than 3 METs but not greater than 5 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or left ventricular dysfunction with ejection fraction of 30 to 50 percent.

Q: What rates 100% for Peripheral Vascular Disease under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114?

Under 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114 (DC 7114), a 100% rating for Peripheral Vascular Disease requires: Chronic congestive heart failure; or workload of 3 METs or less results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or left ventricular dysfunction with ejection fraction of less than 30 percent.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Peripheral Vascular Disease VA claim?

Key evidence for a Peripheral Vascular Disease 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 711438 C.F.R. § 4.104

Diagnostic Code

DC 7114

38 C.F.R. § 4.104

Rating Range

10–100%

4 severity tiers

Source

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38 C.F.R. § 4.104

Peripheral Vascular Disease is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 7114 of 38 CFR § 4.104, DC 7114 across 4 severity tiers (10% / 30% / 60% / 100%). 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. This condition is frequently rated as secondary to Coronary Artery Disease or Stroke under 38 C.F.R. § 3.310.

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Overview

Reduced blood flow to the extremities due to narrowed or blocked arteries, causing pain with walking

Rating Criteria

10%

Workload of greater than 7 METs but not greater than 10 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or continuous medication required.

30%

Workload of greater than 5 METs but not greater than 7 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or evidence of cardiac hypertrophy or dilatation on EKG, echocardiogram, or X-ray.

60%

More than one episode of acute congestive heart failure in the past year; or workload of greater than 3 METs but not greater than 5 METs results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or left ventricular dysfunction with ejection fraction of 30 to 50 percent.

100%

Chronic congestive heart failure; or workload of 3 METs or less results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope; or left ventricular dysfunction with ejection fraction of less than 30 percent.

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.

05Secondary Conditions

Coronary Artery DiseaseMODERATE

Systemic atherosclerosis affects all arteries

StrokeMODERATE

Indicates widespread vascular disease

Chronic WoundsMODERATE

Poor circulation prevents healing

GangreneMODERATE

Severe ischemia causes tissue death

AmputationMODERATE

Critical limb ischemia may require amputation

Major Depressive DisorderMODERATE

Chronic pain and disability cause depression

Erectile DysfunctionMODERATE

Reduced blood flow affects sexual function

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria text quoted verbatim from 38 C.F.R. § 4.104 (Cardiovascular system). Source verified 2026-05-15 by ClaimRecon Editorial Team against the Cornell Law CFR mirror; eCFR.gov is the authoritative government source.

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