Hemorrhoids, external or internal DC 7336

Hemorrhoids, external or internal VA Disability Rating Details

Diagnostic Code7336
CategoryThe Digestive System
SubcategoryThe Digestive System
Also Known AsHemorrhoids, piles, rectal bleeding, rectal pain, itching
CFR Section4.110-4.114
Rating Criteria
Rating Criteria
20% Internal or external hemorrhoids with persistent bleeding and anemia; or continuously prolapsed internal hemorrhoids with three or more episodes per year of thrombosis
10% Prolapsed internal hemorrhoids with two or less episodes per year of thrombosis; or external hemorrhoids with three or more episodes per year of thrombosis

Conditions Secondary to This

2 links
Iron deficiency anemia
7720
Moderate

Chronic bleeding can cause iron-deficiency anemia

Major depressive disorder
9434
Moderate

Chronic pain and embarrassment

This May Be Secondary To

1 links
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
DC 7319
Moderate

Chronic bowel dysfunction can lead to hemorrhoids

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