Histoplasmosis of lung DC 6834
Histoplasmosis of lung VA Disability Rating Details
| Diagnostic Code | 6834 |
|---|---|
| Category | The Respiratory System |
| Subcategory | Mycotic Lung Disease |
| Also Known As | Histoplasmosis |
| CFR Section | 38 CFR § 4.97 |
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Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Chronic pulmonary mycosis with persistent fever, weight loss, night sweats, or massive hemoptysis |
| 50% | Chronic pulmonary mycosis requiring suppressive therapy with no more than minimal symptoms such as occasional minor hemoptysis or productive cough |
| 30% | Chronic pulmonary mycosis with minimal symptoms such as occasional minor hemoptysis or productive cough |
| 0% | Healed and inactive mycotic lesions, asymptomatic |