Angle-closure glaucoma
The VA rates Angle-closure glaucoma under Diagnostic Code 6012 at a single 10% level. With a cap of 10%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating. There are 1 documented secondary conditions linked to Angle-closure glaucoma.
Rating schedule — DC 6012 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 10%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.79
- Body system
- Organs of Special Sense
- Secondary conditions
- 1
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
10%
Part 4 rating schedule
Mapped in our database
What are the VA rating criteria for Angle-closure glaucoma?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum evaluation if continuous medication is required |
“Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum evaluation if continuous medication is required”
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Angle-closure glaucoma?
View 1 secondary condition linked to Angle-closure glaucoma
Medical rationale, evidence strength, and filing tips — rated under 38 CFR § 3.310
Common Questions About Angle-closure glaucoma VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Angle-closure glaucoma?
The VA rates Angle-closure glaucoma under Diagnostic Code 6012 at 10%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum evaluation if continuous medication is required. The maximum 10% rating requires: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum evaluation if continuous medication is required.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Angle-closure glaucoma?
The VA rates Angle-closure glaucoma under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6012, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Angle-closure glaucoma qualify for TDIU?
Angle-closure glaucoma maxes at 10%, well below the single-disability TDIU threshold. However, combined with other service-connected disabilities, TDIU may be achievable under 38 CFR § 4.16. Focus on establishing secondary conditions to increase the combined rating.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Angle-closure glaucoma?
The key evidence for Angle-closure glaucoma is documentation of how the condition affects daily functioning. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable impact on daily life all strengthen the claim. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional linking the current severity to service is essential for contested claims.
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Angle-closure glaucoma?
Angle-closure glaucoma is associated with 1 documented secondary condition. Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by a service-connected disability are ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. See the secondary conditions page for the full list with medical rationale and evidence strength ratings.
What happens at the C&P exam for Angle-closure glaucoma?
The C&P examiner uses a Organs of Special Sense DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6012 rating criteria. The examiner documents symptom frequency, severity, and functional impact. Bring all treatment records and describe your worst days, not your best — the VA rates on the full clinical picture across time, not a snapshot of one good day.
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