Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 6061)

The VA rates Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 under Diagnostic Code 6061 at the following tiers: 100%. The minimum 100% rating requires: Anatomical loss of both eyes 1. The maximum 100% rating requires: Anatomical loss of both eyes 1.

Diagnostic Code 6061 is the VA rating identifier for Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. It defines the specific symptom criteria and percentage thresholds a VA adjudicator uses to assign a disability rating. The diagnostic code is listed on a veteran's rating decision letter.

The highest schedular rating for Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 under DC 6061 is 100%. This tier requires: Anatomical loss of both eyes 1. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6061. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

Service connection for Anatomical loss of both eyes 1 requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease that may have caused or aggravated it, and (3) a medical nexus connecting the current diagnosis to that in-service event. A nexus letter from a treating physician or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence. C&P exam findings can also establish nexus if adequately documented.