C&P Exam Guide

Genitourinary / Kidney C&P Exam

Genitourinary exams evaluate kidney disease, urinary frequency/incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and prostate conditions. Voiding dysfunction ratings depend on frequency (daytime and nighttime), need for absorbent materials, and whether catheterization or appliances are needed. Renal dysfunction is rated by lab values (BUN, creatinine).

DBQ: DBQ - Kidney / Urinary / Male Reproductive
Exam type: In-person with records review
Typical duration: 20-30 minutes

What the Examiner Looks For

Daytime voiding frequency, nighttime voiding frequency, need for absorbent materials (pads) and how often changed, obstructed voiding symptoms, urinary tract infections (frequency and treatment), BUN and creatinine levels for renal dysfunction, and erectile dysfunction impact.

Related Diagnostic Codes

DC 7500
Kidney, removal
DC 7502
Nephritis, chronic
DC 7512
Cystitis, chronic
DC 7517
Bladder, injury
DC 7522
Erectile dysfunction, with or without penile deformity
DC 7528
Malignant neoplasms

General Tips for Every C&P Exam

📝Be honest — do not exaggerate or minimize.
📝Describe your WORST days, not your best.
📝Focus on how the condition impacts your daily life and ability to work.
📝Keep a symptom journal or diary before your exam.
📝Review the DBQ for your condition beforehand.
📝Arrive early and bring all relevant records.
📝You can bring a support person (spouse, friend).
📝The exam is for evaluation, not treatment — do not expect prescriptions.
📝The examiner is not your doctor — they report findings to the VA.
📝If you disagree with the exam results, you can request a new exam.

✅ DO

⚠️ Critical tip
Track urinary frequency: how many times per day and per night you urinate.
⚠️ Critical tip
If you use absorbent pads, document how many per day and keep receipts.
Report ALL symptoms: urgency, leaking, incomplete emptying, pain.
⚠️ Critical tip
If you have ED, mention it — it qualifies for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K).

❌ DON'T

Do not be embarrassed — the examiner needs specific numbers and frequencies.
Do not minimize nighttime symptoms — waking 3-5+ times per night matters for ratings.

📋 BRING

Recent urology records and lab results (BUN, creatinine, GFR).
⚠️ Critical tip
Documentation of pad/absorbent material use.
Records of any UTIs with dates and treatments.

🔍 EXPECT

⚠️ Critical tip
Detailed questions about voiding habits — be ready with specific numbers.
Questions about impact on work and relationships.
Physical exam may be limited; mostly interview and records-based.

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not legal or medical advice. Every veteran's situation is unique. Consider consulting with a Veterans Service Organization (VSO) or VA-accredited attorney for personalized guidance.