CardiovascularDC 7119
Erythromelalgia
Erythromelalgia is rated under DC 7119 based on the frequency of characteristic attacks (burning pain, warmth, and redness in the extremities) and how well the condition responds to treatment.
VA Rating Levels
10%
Characteristic attacks occurring one to three times per week, responsive to treatment.
30%
Characteristic attacks occurring four to six times per week, or attacks responsive to treatment but with two or more recurrences within a 12-month period.
60%
Characteristic attacks occurring at least daily, partially responsive to treatment.
100%
Characteristic attacks refractory (not responsive) to treatment.
Exam Tips & Key Evidence
- →Keep a log of your attacks, including how often they occur, how long they last, and whether your current treatment helps. The frequency and treatment response are the two key factors.
- →If your condition does not respond to treatment at all, that supports a 100% rating. Make sure your doctor documents any failed treatments.
- →This condition can be difficult to diagnose. If you experience recurring burning pain and redness in your hands or feet, push for a formal diagnosis and referral to a specialist.
- →Photograph your extremities during flare-ups. The redness and swelling characteristic of this condition can be powerful visual evidence.
Commonly Related Conditions
Raynaud's SyndromePeripheral Vascular Disease
38 CFR Reference
38 CFR 4.104, DC 7119