Female Infertility

DC 7632Gynecological/Breast38 CFR 4.116, DC 7632

The inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse or the inability to carry a pregnancy to live birth. The VA rates female infertility based on the underlying cause and any associated symptoms requiring treatment.

How the VA rates this condition

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 7632

Rating range

0% – 0%

Rating levels

Rating criteria are defined in 38 CFR 4.116, DC 7632. 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.

Rating Levels

You have infertility confirmed by a medical provider. A 0% rating establishes service connection and may qualify you for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of a creative organ.

What the VA looks for

Infertility diagnosed by reproductive endocrinologist
Documentation of inability to conceive
Underlying cause identified (tubal, ovarian, uterine)
Service connection for underlying condition established

Common Pitfalls

⚠Not applying for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of a creative organ. SMC-K provides additional monthly compensation on top of your disability rating and is frequently overlooked.
⚠Not connecting infertility to a service-connected condition such as endometriosis, PID, ovarian cysts, surgical complications, or environmental exposures during service.
⚠Failing to document infertility with a reproductive specialist. A formal diagnosis from a reproductive endocrinologist carries more weight than a general practitioner note.
⚠Not filing for depression, anxiety, or relationship problems as secondary conditions. The psychological impact of infertility is well-documented and ratable.

Related DBQ Forms

DBQ Gynecological Conditions and Disorders of the Breast

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How the VA rates this condition

Diagnostic code

DC 7632

Rating range

0% – 0%

Rating levels

Rating Levels

You have infertility confirmed by a medical provider. A 0% rating establishes service connection and may qualify you for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of a creative organ.

What the VA looks for

Infertility diagnosed by reproductive endocrinologist
Documentation of inability to conceive
Underlying cause identified (tubal, ovarian, uterine)
Service connection for underlying condition established

Common Pitfalls

⚠Not applying for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of a creative organ. SMC-K provides additional monthly compensation on top of your disability rating and is frequently overlooked.

⚠Not connecting infertility to a service-connected condition such as endometriosis, PID, ovarian cysts, surgical complications, or environmental exposures during service.

⚠Failing to document infertility with a reproductive specialist. A formal diagnosis from a reproductive endocrinologist carries more weight than a general practitioner note.

⚠Not filing for depression, anxiety, or relationship problems as secondary conditions. The psychological impact of infertility is well-documented and ratable.