Status post corneal transplant
Status post corneal transplant is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6036, from 10% to 10% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 10% rating requires: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum, if there is pain, photophobia, and glare sensitivity. Most claims establish the 10% or 10% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 6036 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 10%
- Rating tiers
- 1
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 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 Status post corneal transplant?
Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum, if there is pain, photophobia, and glare sensitivity
“Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum, if there is pain, photophobia, and glare sensitivity”
Common Questions About Status post corneal transplant VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Status post corneal transplant?
The VA rates Status post corneal transplant under Diagnostic Code 6036 at 10%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum, if there is pain, photophobia, and glare sensitivity. The maximum 10% rating requires: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum, if there is pain, photophobia, and glare sensitivity.
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Status post corneal transplant?
The VA rates Status post corneal transplant under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6036, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.
Can Status post corneal transplant qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Status post corneal transplant 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 Status post corneal transplant?
Service connection for Status post corneal transplant 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 Status post corneal transplant?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Status post corneal transplant 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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