- Diagnostic Code
- 6018
- CFR Section
- §4.79 — Eye
Rating Tiers
Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating
Rated Under Formula
This condition is rated using the §4.79 general rating formula.
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring 7 or more treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 5 but less than 7 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 3 but less than 5 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 1 but less than 3 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
What Raters Look For
Based on M21-1 adjudication criteria for Eye conditions. These are the factors a VA rater evaluates when assigning a rating percentage.
M21-1 III.iv.4.F- •Best corrected visual acuity in each eye (Snellen chart results)
- •Visual field test results — field of vision defects or scotomas
- •Diplopia (double vision) — whether present in any field of gaze
- •Intraocular pressure readings if glaucoma is involved
- •Documented impact on daily activities, driving, and occupational function