DC 6064Organs of Special Sense38 CFR § 4.79Last verified: APR 22, 2026

No more than light perception in one eye: 1

No more than light perception in one eye: 1 is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6064, from 30% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: In the other eye 5/200 (1.5/60). Most claims establish the 30% or 40% rating before reaching the top tier.

Rating schedule — DC 6064 at a glance

Minimum rating
30%

Lowest schedular rating available

Maximum rating
100%

Full schedular disability

Rating tiers
7

30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 100%

CFR section
38 CFR § 4.79

Part 4 rating schedule

Body system
Organs of Special Sense
Secondary conditions
0

None mapped

What are the VA rating criteria for No more than light perception in one eye: 1?

30%Disability Rating

In the other eye 20/40 (6/12)

40%Disability Rating

In the other eye 20/50 (6/15)

50%Disability Rating

In the other eye 20/70 (6/21)

60%Disability Rating

In the other eye 20/100 (6/30)

70%Disability Rating

In the other eye 20/200 (6/60)

80%Disability Rating

In the other eye 15/200 (4.5/60)

100%Disability Rating

In the other eye 5/200 (1.5/60)

In the other eye 20/100 (6/30)

Common Questions About No more than light perception in one eye: 1 VA Ratings

What is the VA rating range for No more than light perception in one eye: 1?

The VA rates No more than light perception in one eye: 1 under Diagnostic Code 6064 at 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 100%. The minimum 30% rating requires: In the other eye 20/40 (6/12). The maximum 100% rating requires: In the other eye 5/200 (1.5/60).

Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for No more than light perception in one eye: 1?

The VA rates No more than light perception in one eye: 1 under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6064, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.

What is the difference between a 30% and a 100% rating for No more than light perception in one eye: 1?

A 30% rating requires: In the other eye 20/40 (6/12). A 100% rating requires: In the other eye 5/200 (1.5/60). The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.

Can No more than light perception in one eye: 1 qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?

Veterans rated for No more than light perception in one eye: 1 may qualify for TDIU if the condition — alone or in combination with other service-connected disabilities — prevents substantially gainful employment. A single disability rated at 60% or higher (or multiple disabilities combining to 70%, with one at 40%) can support a TDIU claim under 38 CFR § 4.16.

What evidence do I need to establish service connection for No more than light perception in one eye: 1?

Service connection for No more than light perception in one eye: 1 requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease, and (3) a medical nexus linking the current diagnosis to that in-service occurrence. A nexus letter from a treating or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence.

What is the C&P exam like for No more than light perception in one eye: 1?

A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for No more than light perception in one eye: 1 uses a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) specific to the body system involved. The examiner documents the frequency, severity, and functional impact of your symptoms. Bring all relevant treatment records and be prepared to describe your worst-day symptoms — the examiner rates your condition based on the full clinical picture, not a single visit.

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