What rates 60% for Urticaria (Chronic Hives) under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825?

Under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825 (DC 7825), a 60% rating for Urticaria (Chronic Hives) requires: Recurrent debilitating episodes occurring at least four times per year despite continuous immunosuppressive therapy.

What happens during a C&P exam for Urticaria (Chronic Hives)?

Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms. Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

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Urticaria (Chronic Hives)

Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Urticaria (Chronic Hives)?

Urticaria (Chronic Hives) (DC 7825) is rated at 10%, 30%, 60% under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825. Recurrent episodes occurring at least four times during the past 12-month period responding to treatment with antihistamines or sympathomimetics.

Q: What rates 10% for Urticaria (Chronic Hives) under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825?

Under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825 (DC 7825), a 10% rating for Urticaria (Chronic Hives) requires: Recurrent episodes occurring at least four times during the past 12-month period responding to treatment with antihistamines or sympathomimetics.

Q: What rates 30% for Urticaria (Chronic Hives) under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825?

Under 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825 (DC 7825), a 30% rating for Urticaria (Chronic Hives) requires: Recurrent debilitating episodes occurring at least four times during the past 12-month period requiring intermittent systemic immunosuppressive therapy.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Urticaria (Chronic Hives) VA claim?

Key evidence for a Urticaria (Chronic Hives) claim includes: Service treatment records; Current medical diagnosis and treatment records; Buddy/lay statements; Prescription history; Employment impact documentation. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 782538 C.F.R. § 4.118

Diagnostic Code

DC 7825

38 C.F.R. § 4.118

Rating Range

10–60%

3 severity tiers

Source

Referenced

38 C.F.R. Part 4

Urticaria (Chronic Hives) is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 7825 of 38 CFR § 4.118, DC 7825 across 3 severity tiers (10% / 30% / 60%). 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 condition causing recurrent hives (raised, itchy welts) on the skin

Rating Criteria

10%

Recurrent episodes occurring at least four times during the past 12-month period responding to treatment with antihistamines or sympathomimetics.

30%

Recurrent debilitating episodes occurring at least four times during the past 12-month period requiring intermittent systemic immunosuppressive therapy.

60%

Recurrent debilitating episodes occurring at least four times per year despite continuous immunosuppressive therapy.

03Key Evidence

—Service treatment records

—Current medical diagnosis and treatment records

—Buddy/lay statements

—Prescription history

—Employment impact documentation

—Any relevant diagnostic testing

04C&P Exam Tips

1Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.

2Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

3Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.

4Mention all medications and their side effects.

5Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria reference 38 C.F.R. Part 4 (Schedule for Rating Disabilities). This entry has not yet undergone editorial review against the live regulation text — consult the authoritative source directly before relying on the criteria shown.

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