Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin)

The VA rates Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin) under Diagnostic Code 6014 at 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin) that require therapy that is comparable to those used for systemic malignancies, i.e., systemic chemotherapy, X-ray therapy more extensive than to the area of the eye, or surgery more extensive than enucleation. The maximum 100% rating requires: Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin) that require therapy that is comparable to those used for systemic malignancies, i.e., systemic chemotherapy, X-ray therapy more extensive than to the area of the eye, or surgery more extensive than enucleation.

The VA rates Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin) under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6014, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.

Yes — a 100% rating for Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin) alone meets the single-disability threshold for TDIU (38 CFR § 4.16). If the condition prevents substantially gainful employment, the veteran is compensated at the 100% rate without a schedular 100% rating.

The key evidence for Malignant neoplasms of the eye, orbit, and adnexa (excluding skin) 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.

The C&P examiner uses a Organs of Special Sense DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6014 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.