Status post corneal transplant
The VA rates Status post corneal transplant under Diagnostic Code 6036 at a single 10% level. With a cap of 10%, most veterans pursue secondary conditions to increase their combined rating.
Rating schedule — DC 6036 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 Status post corneal transplant?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 10% | 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?
Status post corneal transplant 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 Status post corneal transplant?
The key evidence for Status post corneal transplant 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 Status post corneal transplant?
The C&P examiner uses a Organs of Special Sense DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6036 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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