VA Disability Rating for Hypothyroidism
Rated 30/60/100%. Agent Orange presumptive.
Hypothyroidism (DC 7903) has a minimum 30% rating if diagnosed. Rating tiers reflect symptom burden — 100% requires cold intolerance, muscular weakness, cardiovascular involvement, mental disturbance, sleep disturbances, or other systemic effects. On the Agent Orange presumptive list.
Presumptive framework applies
Agent Orange presumptive (38 USC § 1116 / 38 CFR § 3.309(e)) for qualifying Vietnam-era service.
Check my presumptive eligibility →Rating tiers + 2026 monthly compensation
| Rating | Monthly (2026, single vet) | Criteria (summary) |
|---|---|---|
| 30% | $552.47 | Fatigability, constipation, and mental sluggishness. |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | Muscular weakness, mental disturbance, and weight gain. |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | Cold intolerance, muscular weakness, cardiovascular involvement, mental disturbance, bradycardia. |
Dollar amounts reflect the 2.5% COLA effective 2025-12-01 for single veterans with no dependents. Add spouse + children for 30%+ ratings via the estimator.
What this means in dollars
- →At 30%: $552.47/mo · $6,630/year, tax-free
- →At 60%: $1,435.02/mo · $17,220/year, tax-free
- →At 100%: $3,938.58/mo · $47,263/year, tax-free
How to get rated for hypothyroidism
- Blood work (TSH, T3, T4) documenting the diagnosis.
- Qualifying AO service: file under presumption.
- Document symptom pattern — weight gain, fatigue, cognitive slowing, cold intolerance.
Common secondary conditions
- +Depression
- +Weight-gain-related sleep apnea
File these separately. VA rates each service-connected condition independently and combines them via § 4.25.
Nexus tips
- AO presumption — cite the framework.
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism and is rated under the same DC.
Frequently asked
Am I rated if my TSH is controlled with levothyroxine?
Yes. The rating is based on symptom burden, not lab values on replacement. Even well-controlled hypothyroidism is rated at minimum 30%.
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This page summarizes public rating criteria from 38 CFR Part 4. It is not legal or medical advice. Actual VA ratings depend on C&P exam findings, records review, and rater discretion.