What are the VA rating percentages for Panic Disorder?

Panic Disorder (DC 9412) is rated at 10%, 30%, 50%, 70%, 100% under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412. Mild symptoms controlled by medication.

What rates 10% for Panic Disorder under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412?

Under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412 (DC 9412), a 10% rating for Panic Disorder requires: Mild symptoms controlled by medication.

What rates 30% for Panic Disorder under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412?

Under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412 (DC 9412), a 30% rating for Panic Disorder requires: Occasional decrease in work efficiency with panic attacks weekly or less, sleep impairment.

What rates 50% for Panic Disorder under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412?

Under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412 (DC 9412), a 50% rating for Panic Disorder requires: Reduced reliability with panic attacks more than once per week.

What rates 70% for Panic Disorder under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412?

Under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412 (DC 9412), a 70% rating for Panic Disorder requires: Near-continuous panic affecting ability to function independently, appropriately, and effectively.

What rates 100% for Panic Disorder under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412?

Under 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412 (DC 9412), a 100% rating for Panic Disorder requires: Total impairment.

What happens during a C&P exam for Panic Disorder?

Be completely honest about your worst days, not your best. Describe specific examples of social and occupational impairment.

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Q: What evidence do I need for a Panic Disorder VA claim?

Key evidence for a Panic Disorder claim includes: Mental health treatment records; Service records documenting stressors; Buddy statements describing behavioral changes; Employment records showing work impact; Hospitalization records. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 941238 C.F.R. § 4.130

Diagnostic Code

DC 9412

38 C.F.R. § 4.130

Rating Range

10–100%

5 severity tiers

Source

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38 C.F.R. § 4.130

Panic Disorder is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 9412 of 38 CFR § 4.130, DC 9412 across 5 severity tiers (10% / 30% / 50% / 70% / 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.

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Overview

Recurrent unexpected panic attacks characterized by sudden surges of intense fear with physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness.

Rating Criteria

10%

Mild symptoms controlled by medication.

30%

Occasional decrease in work efficiency with panic attacks weekly or less, sleep impairment.

50%

Reduced reliability with panic attacks more than once per week.

70%

Near-continuous panic affecting ability to function independently, appropriately, and effectively.

100%

Total impairment.

03Key Evidence

—Mental health treatment records

—Service records documenting stressors

—Buddy statements describing behavioral changes

—Employment records showing work impact

—Hospitalization records

—Prescription history for psychiatric medications

04C&P Exam Tips

1Be completely honest about your worst days, not your best.

2Describe specific examples of social and occupational impairment.

3If you have suicidal ideation, even passively, report it.

4Document panic attacks: frequency, duration, functional impact.

5Mention any hospitalizations or crisis interventions.

6Keep a symptom journal with specific dates and incidents.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria text quoted verbatim from 38 C.F.R. § 4.130 (Mental disorders). 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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