DC 6024Organs of Special Sense38 CFR § 4.79

Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral

The VA rates Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral under Diagnostic Code 6024 at a single 10% level. With a cap of 10%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating.

Rating schedule — DC 6024 at a glance

Minimum rating
10%

Lowest schedular rating available

Maximum rating
10%

TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%

Rating tiers
1

10%

CFR section
§ 4.79

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Organs of Special Sense
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral?

RatingCriteria
10%

Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral

Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral

Common Questions About Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral VA Ratings

What is the VA rating range for Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral?

The VA rates Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral under Diagnostic Code 6024 at 10%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral. The maximum 10% rating requires: Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral.

Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral?

The VA rates Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6024, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.

Can Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral qualify for TDIU?

Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral 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 Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral?

The key evidence for Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral 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.

What happens at the C&P exam for Loss of eyelashes, complete, unilateral or bilateral?

The C&P examiner uses a Organs of Special Sense DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6024 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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