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Human Body Organ Systems

The organ systems of the human body all have specific functions. The VA uses the
categories of major organ systems to classify disability claims. Here, we will break
down how the different organ systems match up with the VA’s disability systems.

How Are Organ Systems Connected to VA Disability

Ratings?
Our bodies are made up of 11 basic organ systems that manage all the essential
body functions. These systems, while interdependent, can become out of tune. When
one is not functioning properly, the others will attempt to correct the problem. All the
systems will work together to try to create what is known as homeostasis or a state of
balance within the body.

The 11 organ systems include the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular
system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system,
endocrine system, cardiovascular system, urinary system, and reproductive systems.

The VA defines 14 disability systems, which are similar to the body systems.

However, the disability systems are separated differently for rating purposes. These
systems are listed with the medical listing and are identified independently when
necessary.

These 14 systems are the Musculoskeletal system; Organs of Special Sense (optical);
Auditory; Infectious Diseases, Immune Disorders, and Nutritional Deficiencies;
Respiratory system; Cardiovascular system; Digestive system; Genitourinary System;
Hemic and Lymphatic system; Skin; Endocrine system; Neurological conditions;
Mental Disorders, and Dental and Oral conditions.

For Individual Unemployability ratings; if you are rated with more than one disability
within one body system, your rating will increase towards unemployability. For this
reason, we have outlined the VA defined body systems and have included a link to
our VA Unemployability Calculator so you can see if your ratings make you eligible
for Individual Unemployment.
Below is a description of the basic functions of each system as well as some of the
diseases and disorders associated with each system. These lists are not complete and
do not take the place of medical advice.