Peptic ulcer disease (DC 7304) | VA Rating Tool
| Diagnostic Code | 7304 |
|---|---|
| Category | The Digestive System |
| Subcategory | The Digestive System |
| Also Known As | Ulcer, peptic |
| CFR Section | 4.110-4.114 |
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Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 100% | Post-operative for perforation or hemorrhage, for three months |
| 60% | Continuous abdominal pain with intermittent vomiting, recurrent hematemesis (vomiting blood) or melena (tarry stools); and manifestations of anemia which require hospitalization at least once in the past 12 months |
| 40% | Episodes of abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, that: last for at least three consecutive days in duration; occur four or more times in the past 12 months; and are managed by daily prescribed medication |
| 20% | Episodes of abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, that: last for at least three consecutive days in duration; occur three times or less in the past 12 months; and are managed by daily prescribed medication |
| 0% | History of peptic ulcer disease documented by endoscopy or diagnostic imaging studies |
Conditions Secondary to This
2 linksIron deficiency anemia
7720
Peptic ulcers can cause iron deficiency anemia through chronic GI blood loss.
Major depressive disorder
9434
Chronic peptic ulcer disease causes depression through persistent pain, dietary restrictions, and medication side effects.
This May Be Secondary To
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