What are the VA rating percentages for Allergic Rhinitis?

Allergic Rhinitis (DC 6522) is rated at 30%, 10% under 38 CFR § 4.97, DC 6522. With polyps

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?

Most lung ratings turn on pulmonary function tests (38 CFR 4.97) - request a PFT measuring FEV-1, the FEV-1/FVC ratio, and DLCO. Under 38 CFR 4.96, post-bronchodilator values are used for rating - make sure your PFT includes the post-bronchodilator results.

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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: Pulmonary function test (PFT) report with FEV-1, FEV-1/FVC, and DLCO, including post-bronchodilator values; Pulmonology treatment records and the diagnosis confirming the respiratory condition; Documentation of outpatient oxygen therapy, if required; Records of systemic corticosteroid courses and physician visits for exacerbations (asthma); Hospital/ER records for any episode of acute respiratory failure. 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

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38 C.F.R. § 4.97

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 (30% / 10%). 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

30%

With polyps

10%

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

Key Evidence

—Pulmonary function test (PFT) report with FEV-1, FEV-1/FVC, and DLCO, including post-bronchodilator values

—Pulmonology treatment records and the diagnosis confirming the respiratory condition

—Documentation of outpatient oxygen therapy, if required

—Records of systemic corticosteroid courses and physician visits for exacerbations (asthma)

—Hospital/ER records for any episode of acute respiratory failure

—Complete list of inhalers, nebulizers, and respiratory medications

C&P Exam Tips

1Most lung ratings turn on pulmonary function tests (38 CFR 4.97) - request a PFT measuring FEV-1, the FEV-1/FVC ratio, and DLCO.

2Under 38 CFR 4.96, post-bronchodilator values are used for rating - make sure your PFT includes the post-bronchodilator results.

3If a test result differs from how you actually function, the examiner can rely on the test that best reflects your disability - explain your real-world breathing limits.

4For asthma, the frequency of systemic corticosteroid courses and physician visits for exacerbations can drive the rating - document every steroid burst and exacerbation visit.

5If you require outpatient oxygen therapy, say so plainly - it supports a 100% evaluation regardless of PFT numbers.

6Report your worst days and how shortness of breath limits work, walking, and daily activity; bring your inhaler/oxygen equipment list.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria text quoted verbatim from 38 C.F.R. § 4.97 (Respiratory system). Source verified 2026-06-04 by ClaimRecon Editorial Team against the Cornell Law CFR mirror; eCFR.gov is the authoritative government source.

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