Condition Rating Guides
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A serious blood disorder where your bone marrow stops making enough new blood cells, causing low red blood cells (anemia), low white blood cells (increased infection risk), and low platelets (bleeding risk). Acquired aplastic anemia can be triggered by chemical exposures, radiation, medications, or infections during military service. The VA rates this condition based on how often you need transfusions and how well you respond to treatment.
The VA rates this condition based on the type and intensity of treatment you require. Higher ratings correspond to more aggressive treatment regimens, such as daily medication, insulin dependence, or the need for ongoing medical management.
Diagnostic code
DC 7701
Rating range
30% – 100%
Rating levels
3
Rating criteria are defined in 38 CFR 4.117, DC 7701. This guide presents a plain-language summary and is not a substitute for the full regulatory text. Always consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney for case-specific advice.
Your aplastic anemia is severe, requiring very frequent transfusions, ongoing hospitalizations, or bone marrow transplant. You cannot maintain employment due to the severity of your disease.
What the VA looks for