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VA Rating for Hypothyroidism

DC 7903 Max schedular: 30% Category: Skin & Other Updated for 2026 rates
The Official Criteria

Hypothyroidism Rating Chart

Criteria from 38 CFR Part 4 (DC 7903). Pay shown is the 2026 monthly rate for a veteran alone at that percentage by itself.

RatingWhat qualifies2026 monthly pay*
30%Hypothyroidism rates 30% for 6 months after initial diagnosis.$552.47
0%After 6 months, the condition is re-rated on residuals — e.g., mental sluggishness under the mental disorders formula, cardiac effects under heart codes, myxedema (100% while present).—

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How the VA Rates Hypothyroidism

Since the 2017 revision, hypothyroidism itself holds 30% only for the first 6 months; after that the VA rates each residual under its own body system. The play is identifying and claiming every residual: fatigue and cognitive effects, depression, weight-related joint aggravation, and cardiovascular involvement.

Evidence That Wins This Claim

  • Claim each residual explicitly — the thyroid code alone drops to 0%.
  • Myxedema periods rate 100% while active.