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Breast Cancer VA Disability Rating
DC 7626 | 38 C.F.R. § 4.116 | M21-1, Part IV.ii.10
OVERVIEW
Breast cancer (DC 7626) rates 100% during active treatment. After cessation, rated on residuals: scarring, lymphedema, ROM limitation, and ongoing symptoms.
RATING CRITERIA (3 LEVELS)
50% -- Severe symptoms not controlled by treatment
Symptoms not controlled by treatment with significant health impairment.
30% -- Symptoms requiring continuous treatment
Requiring continuous treatment.
10% -- Mild symptoms
Symptoms requiring intermittent treatment.
KEY EVIDENCE TO GATHER
-Service treatment records
-Current medical diagnosis and treatment records
-Buddy/lay statements
-Prescription history
-Employment impact documentation
-Any relevant diagnostic testing
C&P EXAM TIPS (5)
1.Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.
2.Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.
3.Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.
4.Mention all medications and their side effects.
5.Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.
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NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS.
CLAIM RECON 2026
NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS.
CLAIM RECON 2026