What rates 30% for Allergic Rhinitis under 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522?

Under 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522 (DC 6522), a 30% rating for Allergic Rhinitis requires: With polyps.

What happens during a C&P exam for Allergic Rhinitis?

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 Allergic Rhinitis?

Allergic Rhinitis (DC 6522) is rated at 10%, 30% under 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522. Without polyps, but with greater than 50-percent obstruction of nasal passage on both sides or complete obstruction on one side.

Q: What rates 10% for Allergic Rhinitis under 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522?

Under 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522 (DC 6522), a 10% rating for Allergic Rhinitis requires: Without polyps, but with greater than 50-percent obstruction of nasal passage on both sides or complete obstruction on one side.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Allergic Rhinitis VA claim?

Key evidence for a Allergic Rhinitis 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 652238 C.F.R. § 4.97

Diagnostic Code

DC 6522

38 C.F.R. § 4.97

Rating Range

10–30%

2 severity tiers

Source

Referenced

38 C.F.R. Part 4

Allergic Rhinitis is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 6522 of 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522 across 2 severity tiers (10% / 30%). 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

Chronic nasal inflammation from allergies causing congestion, sneezing, and rhinorrhea

Rating Criteria

10%

Without polyps, but with greater than 50-percent obstruction of nasal passage on both sides or complete obstruction on one side.

30%

With polyps.

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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