Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)
The VA rates Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) under Diagnostic Code 6065 across 6 severity levels, from 30% to 80%. The applicable level depends on the full criteria and the evidence for the condition. These percentages are alternatives, not amounts to add together.
Rating schedule — DC 6065 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 30%
- Maximum rating
- 80%
- Rating tiers
- 6
- CFR section
- § 4.79
- Body system
- Organs of Special Sense
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%
Part 4 rating schedule
None mapped
What are the VA rating criteria for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)?
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | In the other eye 20/40 (6/12) |
| 40% | In the other eye 20/50 (6/15) |
| 50% | In the other eye 20/70 (6/21) |
| 60% | In the other eye 20/100 (6/30) |
| 70% | In the other eye 20/200 (6/60) |
| 80% | In the other eye 15/200 (4.5/60) |
“In the other eye 20/100 (6/30)”
What other organs of special sense conditions does the VA rate?
These diagnostic codes sit next to Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) in 38 CFR Part 4. The rating schedule is ordered anatomically, so neighbouring codes usually cover the same joint, organ, or system, and a claim often involves more than one of them.
- 6030Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)).Rated up to 20%
- 6036Status post corneal transplantRated up to 10%
- 6061Anatomical loss of both eyes 1Rated up to 100%
- 6062No more than light perception in both eyes 1Rated up to 100%
- 6063Anatomical loss of one eye: 1Rated up to 100%
- 6064No more than light perception in one eye: 1Rated up to 100%
- 6066Visual Acuity, Impairment ofRated up to 100%
- 6080Visual field defectsRated up to 100%
- 6081Scotoma, unilateralRated up to 10%
- 6091SymblepharonRated up to 0%
Common Questions About Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)?
The VA rates Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) under Diagnostic Code 6065 at 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%. The minimum 30% rating requires: In the other eye 20/40 (6/12). The maximum 80% rating requires: In the other eye 15/200 (4.5/60).
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)?
The VA rates Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6065, 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 80% rating for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)?
A 30% rating requires: In the other eye 20/40 (6/12). A 80% rating requires: In the other eye 15/200 (4.5/60). The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 80% rating for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) 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.
What evidence supports a higher rating for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)?
The key evidence for Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60) 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 Vision in one eye 5/200 (1.5/60)?
The C&P examiner uses a Organs of Special Sense DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 6065 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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