Reference: 38 CFR 4.115a, DC 7522; 38 CFR 3.350(a)

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What is the VA rating for Erectile Dysfunction?

0% non-compensable with SMC-K entitlement.

Condition Overview & Clinical Scope

38 CFR 3.350(a) addresses Special Monthly Compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114(k), including anatomical loss or loss of use of one or more creative organs.

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Overview

About this condition

38 CFR 3.350(a) addresses Special Monthly Compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114(k), including anatomical loss or loss of use of one or more creative organs.

Regulatory authority: 38 CFR 4.115b, DC 7522 and 38 CFR 3.350(a)

This guide provides regulatory reference criteria under 38 CFR Part 4. RatingScope does not provide medical diagnoses or predict adjudicative outcomes.

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0%

Highest listed pathway

0% schedular rating with statutory entitlement to Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of use of a creative organ.

What separates the next level: Highest compensable evaluation defined under this diagnostic code.

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Official CFR language
38 CFR 4.115b, DC 7522 and 38 CFR 3.350(a) establishes the 0% evaluation criteria.
What the published criteria say
Medical records must document the specific functional findings and clinical thresholds corresponding to the 0% level.
Examples
Veteran has clinical documentation demonstrating the 0% criteria under 38 CFR 4.115b, DC 7522 and 38 CFR 3.350(a).
Medical evidence
Male Reproductive Organ Conditions DBQ; Clinical treatment progress notes; Diagnostic testing reports
Functional impact examples
Documented impairment affecting daily physical or occupational performance.
Common misconceptions
A clinical diagnosis alone without documented severity does not guarantee a compensable rating.
Related topics
erectile-dysfunction; 38 CFR Part 4; DC 7522

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Organic causes and the SMC-K provision

The rating schedule addresses erectile dysfunction under DC 7522, and separate VA regulations address Special Monthly Compensation for loss of use of a creative organ.

  • The schedule evaluates erectile dysfunction resulting from organic causes, such as diabetes, vascular disease, pelvic surgery, prostate treatment, or neurological injury.
  • Where the regulatory requirements for loss of use of a creative organ are satisfied, VA may separately consider SMC-K.
  • Medication history with PDE-5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil or tadalafil) or specialized urological devices documents clinical treatment.

Records to review: Urology or primary care notes documenting physical examination and diagnosis of organic erectile dysfunction; Treatment records detailing response to oral medications, vacuum devices, or penile injections; Documentation linking the condition to service-connected diabetes, prostate treatment, or nerve injury.

Evidence

Evidence that may clarify the published criteria

Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K) DBQ

The DBQ organizes diagnosis and clinical findings for Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K).

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Diagnosis and treatment records

Treatment notes can show the current condition, course over time, therapy, and clinician observations.

A diagnosis alone does not identify which percentage pathway applies.

VA forms and DBQs (from VA.gov)

Downloadable DBQs & Supporting Claim Forms

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Terminology

Plain-English terms

Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K)

Clinical condition known as Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K).

Governs evaluation under 38 CFR 4.115b, DC 7522 and 38 CFR 3.350(a).

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Common Questions

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How is Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K) evaluated?

38 CFR 3.350(a) addresses Special Monthly Compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114(k), including anatomical loss or loss of use of one or more creative organs.

What separates the 0% rating from adjacent levels?

Highest compensable evaluation defined under this diagnostic code.

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Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K) is evaluated under the Genitourinary System assessment

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External source/reference

38 CFR 4.97, DC 7522

Official regulation source for Erectile Dysfunction (ED / SMC-K). Use the official source for current rule text.

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Secondary conditions

Conditions commonly connected to Erectile Dysfunction

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Educational Guides & Evidence Resources

In-depth analysis of DBQ forms, medical evidence thresholds, and rating schedules for Erectile Dysfunction.

How VA Rates Erectile Dysfunction: DC 7522 and SMC-K Secondary Claim Guide

Learn how the VA evaluates erectile dysfunction under 38 CFR 4.115b (DC 7522), Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K), and common secondary claims.

Erectile Dysfunction & SMC-K: How VA Compensates Loss of Use

Learn how the VA rates erectile dysfunction under 38 CFR 4.115b, Diagnostic Code 7522, and how 38 CFR 3.350(a) addresses monthly Special Monthly Compensation (SMC-K) for loss of use of a creative organ.

Genitourinary Conditions C&P Exam & DBQs: What VA Looks For

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Special Monthly Compensation SMC-K: Creative Organ and Extremity Guide

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VA Special Monthly Compensation Explained: Levels K, S, L through R Rates & Rules

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