Diagnostic code 6847 · 38 CFR 4.97
Sleep apnea VA rating
Obstructive, central or mixed sleep apnea, confirmed by a sleep study.
| Rating | What VA looks for | 2026 pay (single) |
|---|---|---|
| 0% | Documented sleep-disordered breathing with no symptoms. | $0.00 |
| 30% | Ongoing daytime sleepiness (hypersomnolence). | $552.47 |
| 50% | Needs a breathing device such as a CPAP machine. | $1,132.90 |
| 100% | Chronic respiratory failure with carbon dioxide retention, heart strain (cor pulmonale), or needs a tracheostomy. | $3,938.58 |
Pay shown is for this condition alone with no dependents. Multiple conditions combine using VA math, not addition.
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Summary written in plain language from the official rating schedule. The regulation's exact wording controls.