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Diagnostic Code 7720: Iron deficiency anemia

Hemic and Lymphatic Systems · 38 CFR §4.117 · All codes in this system

Evaluation criteriaRating
Requiring intravenous iron infusions 4 or more times per 12-month period30%
Requiring intravenous iron infusions at least 1 time but less than 4 times per 12-month period, or requiring continuous treatment with oral supplementation10%
Asymptomatic or requiring treatment only by dietary modification0%
Note: Do not evaluate iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss under this diagnostic code. Evaluate iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss under the criteria for the condition causing the blood loss

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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.117, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.