Sleep Apnea Syndromes (Obstructive, Central, Mixed)
Diagnostic code 6847
This formula governs the respiratory system criteria published in 38 CFR §4.97. The criteria below are quoted from the regulation and are current as of 2026-07-07.
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38 CFR §4.97Regulation text current as of 2026-07-07
Published criteria
6847 Sleep Apnea Syndromes (Obstructive, Central, Mixed):
100%Chronic respiratory failure with carbon dioxide retention or cor pulmonale, or; requires tracheostomy
50%Requires use of breathing assistance device such as continuous airway pressure (CPAP) machine
30%Persistent day-time hypersomnolence
0%Asymptomatic but with documented sleep disorder breathing
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