Open-angle glaucoma
The VA rates Open-angle glaucoma under Diagnostic Code 6013 at a single 10% level. With a cap of 10%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating.
Rating schedule — DC 6013 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 10%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- § 4.79
- Body system
- Organs of Special Sense
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
10%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Open-angle 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”
Common Questions About Open-angle glaucoma VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Open-angle glaucoma?
The VA rates Open-angle glaucoma under Diagnostic Code 6013 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 Open-angle glaucoma?
The VA rates Open-angle glaucoma under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6013, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Open-angle glaucoma qualify for TDIU?
Open-angle 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 Open-angle glaucoma?
The key evidence for Open-angle 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.
What happens at the C&P exam for Open-angle glaucoma?
The C&P examiner uses a Organs of Special Sense DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6013 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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