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Circulatory System

Articles about VA disability benefits for veterans with service-connected circulatory conditions.

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Can You Get a VA Disability Rating for Thrombocytopenia?

October 23, 2025 by Neil Woods

We discuss what thrombocytopenia is, how it can be service connected, and how you can apply for a thrombocytopenia VA disability rating.

Filed under: Circulatory System, Hematological and Lymphatic Systems

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Peripheral Artery Disease VA Rating

September 30, 2025 by Neil Woods

This article explains the peripheral artery disease VA rating and what veterans can do if the condition prevents them from working.

Filed under: Circulatory System

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Veterans Can Get a Raynaud’s VA Rating

August 7, 2025 by Neil Woods

If you’re a veteran with Raynaud’s disease or Raynaud’s syndrome, you’ll want to understand the Raynaud’s syndrome VA rating.

Filed under: Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

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VA Disability for High Cholesterol and Related Conditions

October 31, 2024 by Neil Woods

We explain the VA disability rating for high cholesterol and other related conditions and illnesses you may develop as a result.

Filed under: Circulatory System

VIDEO: Hypertension and Military Service

August 29, 2024 by Neil Woods

The VA rating for hypertension is explained by VA disability lawyer Melissa Alexander.

Filed under: Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

A woman in a dark yellow dress is sitting on a couch and leaning down to rub the back of her ankle. Article title is to the right: Veterans can get a DVT VA rating.

VA Disability Rating for Deep Vein Thrombosis

January 22, 2024 by Neil Woods

We explain the DVT VA rating and what veterans who can’t work due to this condition can do to receive additional compensation.

Filed under: Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

VA Ratings for Heart Conditions Like Arrhythmia and Tachycardia

January 10, 2024 by Neil Woods

If you have an irregular heartbeat from military service, read on to understand the VA disability rating for heart arrhythmia and tachycardia VA rating.

Filed under: Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

Getting Your VA Disability for Heart Disease

November 29, 2023 by Neil Woods

Some veterans with service-connected heart disease may be owed more than $3,700 a month in VA disability compensation.

Filed under: Agent Orange, Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

VA Disability for Heart Surgeries

November 8, 2023 by Neil Woods

Vets with heart conditions that require heart stents, valve replacement, pacemakers, or coronary bypass may be eligible for a VA rating for heart surgery.

Filed under: Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

A photo with a light blue background and the bottom half of a woman's legs with her varicose veins highlighted in her calves. She is holding one leg with both hands. Article title is to the right: Varicose Veins VA Disability and Related Conditions.

VA Disability for Vein Conditions Like Varicose Veins

November 6, 2023 by Neil Woods

Vein disorders can affect veterans who were immobile for long periods during service. Learn more about varicose veins VA disability ratings.

Filed under: Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

Getting an Arteriosclerosis VA Disability Rating

August 17, 2023 by Neil Woods

Understanding the VA disability rating for arteriosclerosis can help you know more about what benefits you are entitled to.

Filed under: Agent Orange, Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

Photo of a doctor at a table with a patient taking the patient's blood pressure. Article title across the bottom of the picture: What is the VA Rating for Hypertension?

VA Disability Ratings for High Blood Pressure

August 31, 2022 by Neil Woods

Hypertension is common among veterans and can be service connected. Learn how the VA rates high blood pressure on and off medication.

Filed under: Agent Orange, Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

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