Iron deficiency anemia (DC 7720) | VA Rating Tool
| Diagnostic Code | 7720 |
|---|---|
| Category | The Hemic and Lymphatic Systems |
| Subcategory | The Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems |
| Also Known As | Iron deficiency anemia |
| CFR Section | 4.117 |
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Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | Requiring intravenous iron infusions 4 or more times per 12-month period |
| 10% | Requiring intravenous iron infusions at least 1 time but less than 4 times per 12-month period, or requiring continuous treatment with oral supplementation |
| 0% | Asymptomatic or requiring treatment only by dietary modification |
Conditions Secondary to This
1 linksChronic anemia causes depression through persistent fatigue, cognitive impairment, and reduced quality of life.
This May Be Secondary To
9 linksAnorexia causes iron deficiency anemia through nutritional deficiencies.
Celiac disease is a leading cause of iron deficiency anemia through malabsorption.
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease commonly cause iron deficiency anemia through chronic blood loss and malabsorption.
Crohn's disease commonly causes anemia through chronic blood loss, malabsorption, and inflammation.
Chronic kidney disease commonly causes anemia due to reduced erythropoietin production.
Chronic gastritis, especially autoimmune gastritis, impairs vitamin B12 and iron absorption, causing anemia.
Chronic bleeding can cause iron-deficiency anemia
Kidneys produce erythropoietin — disease reduces red blood cell production
Peptic ulcers can cause iron deficiency anemia through chronic GI blood loss.
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