Body Systems
Browse 39 VA rating categories organized by body system
Ankle
Ankle joint conditions
Blood & Lymphatic System
Blood disorders, anemia, leukemia, and lymphatic conditions
Blood Vessels
Vascular conditions including hypertension, varicose veins
Central Nervous System
Neurological conditions including MS, Parkinson's, epilepsy
Cranial Nerves
Cranial nerve paralysis, neuritis, and neuralgia
Dental & Oral Conditions
Dental and oral conditions including TMJ, tooth loss
Digestive System
Digestive system conditions including GERD, IBS, liver disease
Ears
Hearing loss, tinnitus, and ear conditions
Elbow & Forearm
Elbow joint and forearm conditions
Endocrine System
Endocrine conditions including diabetes, thyroid disorders
Eyes
Eye diseases, visual impairment, and related conditions
Foot
Foot conditions including flatfoot, plantar fasciitis
Forearm & Hand Muscles
Muscle injuries of forearm and hand
Genitourinary System
Kidney, bladder, and male reproductive conditions
Gynecological Conditions
Female reproductive system and breast conditions
Hand
Hand, finger, and thumb conditions
Heart
Heart diseases and cardiac conditions
Hip & Thigh
Hip joint and thigh conditions
Infectious Diseases
Infectious diseases, immune disorders, and related conditions
Knee & Leg
Knee joint and lower leg conditions
Leg & Foot Muscles
Muscle injuries of leg and foot
Lower Extremity Nerves
Lower extremity peripheral nerve conditions
Mental Disorders
Mental health conditions including PTSD, depression, anxiety
Muscle Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous muscle conditions including hernia
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Arthritis, bone diseases, fibromyalgia, and other systemic musculoskeletal conditions
Nutritional Deficiencies
Nutritional deficiency conditions
Pelvic & Thigh Muscles
Muscle injuries of pelvic girdle and thigh
Respiratory System
Respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, sleep apnea
Ribs
Rib conditions
Shoulder & Arm
Shoulder joint, upper arm, and related conditions
Shoulder Girdle Muscles
Muscle injuries of shoulder girdle and arm
Skin
Skin conditions including scars, dermatitis, psoriasis
Skull
Skull bone conditions
Spine
Cervical, thoracolumbar spine, and coccyx conditions
Taste & Smell
Loss of taste or smell
Torso & Neck Muscles
Muscle injuries of torso and neck
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury and residuals
Upper Extremity Nerves
Upper extremity peripheral nerve conditions
Wrist
Wrist joint conditions
Understanding Body Systems
The VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) organizes conditions into body system categories. Each category has its own range of diagnostic codes (DCs) used to rate disabilities.
- 50xx - Musculoskeletal System (joints, bones, muscles)
- 60xx - Eyes, Ears, and Other Sense Organs
- 63xx - Infectious Diseases and Immune Disorders
- 65-68xx - Respiratory System
- 70xx - Cardiovascular System
- 72-73xx - Digestive System
- 75-76xx - Genitourinary System
- 77xx - Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems
- 78xx - Skin
- 79xx - Endocrine System
- 80-89xx - Neurological Conditions
- 92-95xx - Mental Disorders
- 99xx - Dental and Oral Conditions