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DC 7907: Cushing's Syndrome
Read VA diagnostic code 7907 for Cushing's syndrome: published criteria, regulatory notes, related codes and official sources checked October 25, 2026.
Published criteria from 38 CFR 4.119, current through 2026-10-22. Historical decisions may require a different version. This reference does not diagnose a condition or determine an evaluation.
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DC 7907: Cushing's Syndrome
Diagnostic code 7907 addresses Cushing's syndrome. Read its specific instructions together with any shared formula, notes and linked provisions. These criteria describe evaluation after the applicable entitlement requirements are met; this reference does not diagnose a condition or determine a claim.
| Rating | |
|---|---|
| 7907 Cushing's syndrome: | |
| As active, progressive disease, including areas of osteoporosis, hypertension, and proximal upper and lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms | 100 |
| Proximal upper or lower extremity muscle wasting that results in inability to rise from squatting position, climb stairs, rise from a deep chair without assistance, or raise arms | 60 |
| With striae, obesity, moon face, glucose intolerance, and vascular fragility | 30 |
| Note: The evaluations specifically indicated under this diagnostic code shall continue for six months following initial diagnosis. After six months, rate on residuals under the appropriate diagnostic code(s) within the appropriate body system(s). |
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- Does the decision identify diagnostic code 7907, and does the medical record describe the condition named by this code?
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