Primary service-connected condition

DC 9201 — Schizophrenia

Also known as: Schizophrenia, memory loss, cognitive issues, dementia

Mapped secondary conditions

These are commonly claimed secondary connections linked to this primary disability. Use them as a screening tool for conversations with your doctor, VSO, or VA-accredited attorney.

Primary → Secondary

Schizophrenia → Diabetes mellitus

7913

Moderate

How the connection is commonly explained

Antipsychotic medications for schizophrenia cause metabolic syndrome and significantly increase diabetes risk.

Filing tip

File diabetes as secondary to schizophrenia with medication and endocrinology records.

Relationship type: Caused by

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Primary → Secondary

Schizophrenia → Hypertensive vascular disease

7101

Moderate

How the connection is commonly explained

Schizophrenia treatment with antipsychotics increases cardiovascular risk including hypertension.

Filing tip

File hypertension as secondary to schizophrenia with cardiology records.

Relationship type: Caused by

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How to File a Secondary Claim

1. Have your primary condition already service-connected.

2. Get diagnosed with the secondary condition.

3. Get a nexus letter from a doctor linking them.

4. File VA Form 21-526EZ and select the claim as a secondary claim.

5. Attend the C&P exam if one is scheduled.

Disclaimer: Secondary connections shown are based on commonly established medical links. Individual claims require medical evidence. Consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney.