Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better
Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6066, from 0% to 100% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 100% rating requires: No light perception (NLP) in both eyes; or corrected visual acuity 5/200 or less in the better eye (using Table V of 38 CFR Part 4). Entitlement to special monthly compensation under 38 USC 1114(l).. Most claims establish the 0% or 10% rating before reaching the top tier.
Rating schedule — DC 6066 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 0%
- Maximum rating
- 100%
- Rating tiers
- 10
- CFR section
- 38 CFR § 4.79
- Body system
- Organs of Special Sense
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
Full schedular disability
0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 100%
Part 4 rating schedule
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What are the VA rating criteria for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better?
In the other eye 20/40 (6/12)
In the other eye 20/40 (6/12)
Note: Visual acuity ratings use a grid combining better and worse eye acuity levels.
In the other eye 20/40 (6/12)
In the other eye 20/40 (6/12)
Note: 20/200 in the better eye constitutes legal blindness.
In the other eye 20/50 (6/15)
In the other eye 20/70 (6/21)
In the other eye 20/100 (6/30)
In the other eye 20/200 (6/60)
In the other eye 15/200 (4.5/60)
No light perception (NLP) in both eyes; or corrected visual acuity 5/200 or less in the better eye (using Table V of 38 CFR Part 4). Entitlement to special monthly compensation under 38 USC 1114(l).
Note: Total blindness bilaterally entitles veteran to SMC under 38 USC 1114(l).
“In the other eye 20/70 (6/21)”
Common Questions About Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better VA Ratings
What is the VA rating range for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better?
The VA rates Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better under Diagnostic Code 6066 at 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 100%. The minimum 0% rating requires: In the other eye 20/40 (6/12). The maximum 100% rating requires: No light perception (NLP) in both eyes; or corrected visual acuity 5/200 or less in the better eye (using Table V of 38 CFR Part 4). Entitlement to special monthly compensation under 38 USC 1114(l)..
Which 38 CFR diagnostic code does the VA use for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better?
The VA rates Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better under Diagnostic Code (DC) 6066, 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 0% and a 100% rating for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better?
A 0% rating requires: In the other eye 20/40 (6/12). A 100% rating requires: No light perception (NLP) in both eyes; or corrected visual acuity 5/200 or less in the better eye (using Table V of 38 CFR Part 4). Entitlement to special monthly compensation under 38 USC 1114(l).. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.
Can Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better qualify for TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
Veterans rated for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better 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 Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better?
Service connection for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better 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 Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam for Visual acuity in one eye 10/200 (3/60) or better 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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