Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) VA disability rating criteria

The VA rates Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) under 38 CFR 4.104, Diagnostic Code 7101. Below are the schedular rating levels exactly as written in the rating schedule.

Rating levels

• 10%

  Diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more; or systolic pressure predominantly 160 or more; or minimum evaluation for an individual with a history of diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more who requires continuous medication for control.

• 20%

  Diastolic pressure predominantly 110 or more; or systolic pressure predominantly 200 or more.

• 40%

  Diastolic pressure predominantly 120 or more.

• 60%

  Diastolic pressure predominantly 130 or more.

Educational only and not a guarantee of any rating or outcome. The criteria above are quoted from the VA rating schedule; your actual rating depends on a C&P exam and the evidence in your file, and the VA makes the final decision. This is not medical or legal advice.