Rating tables for the 21 conditions veterans claim most, with diagnostic codes, secondary conditions, and the peer-reviewed studies linked to each. Criteria are summarized from 38 CFR Part 4.
| Condition | Diagnostic code | Highest rating | Studies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tinnitus | 6260 | 10% | 18 |
| PTSD | 9411 | 100% | 26 |
| Back Pain (Lumbosacral Strain) | 5237 | 100% | 12 |
| Knee Pain (Limited Flexion) | 5260 | 30% | 16 |
| Sleep Apnea | 6847 | 100% | 22 |
| Migraines | 8100 | 50% | 18 |
| Depression (MDD) | 9434 | 100% | 16 |
| Arthritis (Degenerative) | 5003 | 20% | 16 |
| Shoulder / Arm Limitation | 5201 | 40% | 17 |
| Ankle (Limited Motion) | 5271 | 20% | 19 |
| Knee Instability | 5257 | 30% | 19 |
| Eczema / Dermatitis | 7806 | 60% | 18 |
| Asthma | 6602 | 100% | 22 |
| Sciatica | 8520 | 80% | 15 |
| Degenerative Disc Disease (Spine) | 5242 | 100% | 20 |
| Hearing Loss | 6100 | 100% | 15 |
| Hypertension | 7101 | 60% | 12 |
| GERD / Acid Reflux | 7346 | 80% | 14 |
| Diabetes (Type 2) | 7913 | 100% | 22 |
| Scars | 7805 | 0% only | 15 |
| TMJ / Temporomandibular Disorder | 9905 | 50% |
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