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Diagnostic Code 6847: Sleep Apnea Syndromes (Obstructive, Central, Mixed)
Respiratory System · 38 CFR §4.97 · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chronic respiratory failure with carbon dioxide retention or cor pulmonale, or; requires tracheostomy | 100% |
| Requires use of breathing assistance device such as continuous airway pressure (CPAP) machine | 50% |
| Persistent day-time hypersomnolence | 30% |
| Asymptomatic but with documented sleep disorder breathing | 0% |
| 1 Review for entitlement to special monthly compensation under ยง 3.350 of this chapter. | |
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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.97, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.