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title: "DC 7717 - AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis)"
diagnostic_code: "7717"
body_system: "Hemic and Lymphatic Systems"
cfr_section: "§ 4.117"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/hemic-and-lymphatic/7717-al-amyloidosis-primary-amyloidosis"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.117"
updated: "2026-07-21T04:42:56.762949Z"
---

# DC 7717 - AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis)

Rated under § 4.117. Body system: Hemic and Lymphatic Systems.

## Rating criteria

| Rating | Criteria |
| --- | --- |
| 100% | AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis) |

# AL Amyloidosis (Primary Amyloidosis) — VA Disability Rating (Diagnostic Code 7717)

## Understanding This Condition

AL amyloidosis, also called primary amyloidosis, is evaluated by the VA under **Diagnostic Code 7717**, within **38 CFR § 4.117**, which covers the **Hemic and Lymphatic Systems**.

The hemic and lymphatic systems include the blood and the network of tissues and organs that help the body fight infection and maintain healthy blood function. Conditions affecting these systems are grouped together in this section of the VA rating schedule.

## Available Rating Level

The VA assigns a single rating level for AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis):

| Rating | Criteria |
|--------|----------|
| **100%** | AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis) |

## What the VA Looks For

For this diagnostic code, the VA recognizes AL amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis) at the **100% rating level**. The rating schedule ties this evaluation directly to the presence of the condition itself.

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*This information is drawn from the VA rating schedule under 38 CFR § 4.117, Diagnostic Code 7717. It is provided for general educational purposes and reflects the rating criteria as listed. Individual evaluations depend on your specific medical evidence and circumstances.*

Source: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.117