38 CFR Part 4 — 38 CFR § 4.97
Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, far advanced, active
Respiratory
Diagnostic code
6701
Why your DC matters: DC 6701 identifies the rating criteria VA applies to this condition. The controlling regulation and the evidence in an individual record determine the evaluation; no page can predict an outcome.
Official source
Until this catalog entry is independently reviewed, this page is identification only. Read the live schedule at 38 CFR Part 4 (eCFR) — locate diagnostic code 6701 in the subpart for your body system.
Next Steps
If your rating decision lists DC 6701, compare your current symptoms and documentation against the criteria for DC 6701 in 38 CFR Part 4. Consider:
- Requesting a copy of your rating decision and C&P exam report from the VA
- Gathering all relevant medical records (VA and private providers)
- Documenting functional limitations and how they impact work and daily activities
- Discussing whether medical-opinion evidence is needed with an accredited representative
- Reviewing any potentially related conditions with a qualified clinician and accredited representative
- Contacting a VA-accredited VSO, claims agent, or attorney to review your file
This is general educational information only — not legal or medical advice.
Other codes in this body system
Nearby catalog entries in Respiratory, ordered by diagnostic code number. All Respiratory codes
- DC 6600Bronchitis, chronic
- DC 6601Bronchiectasis
- DC 6602Asthma, bronchial
- DC 6603Emphysema, pulmonary
- DC 6604Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- DC 6702Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, moderately advanced, active
- DC 6703Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, minimal, active
- DC 6704Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, active, advancement unspecified
- DC 6721Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, far advanced, inactive
- DC 6722Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, moderately advanced, inactive
- DC 6723Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, minimal, inactive
- DC 6724Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, inactive, advancement unspecified
- DC 6730Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, active
- DC 6731Pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic, inactive
- DC 6732Pleurisy, active or inactive
- DC 6817Pulmonary Vascular Disease
Also: DC code lookup (tools) lists the same index in a compact layout.
Source: 38 CFR Part 4, Diagnostic Code 6701 • va.gov
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This page provides general educational information based on public VA regulations and VA.gov resources. It is not legal or medical advice, and My Claim Packet is not a VA-accredited representative. Any worksheets or draft documents produced by the tools must be reviewed for accuracy and are not filed with VA for you. Ratings and service connection are decided case-by-case from the individual record. Consult a VA-accredited VSO, claims agent, attorney, or qualified clinician for help with your situation, and verify current rules using the linked official source.

