Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 6000)

The VA rates Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis under Diagnostic Code 6000 at the following tiers: 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%. The minimum 10% rating requires: With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 1 but less than 3 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months. The maximum 60% rating requires: With documented incapacitating episodes requiring 7 or more treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months.

Diagnostic Code 6000 is the VA rating identifier for Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis 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 Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis under DC 6000 is 60%. This tier requires: With documented incapacitating episodes requiring 7 or more treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6000. 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 Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

The key evidence for Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis depends on the body system. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable daily impact all strengthen the claim. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional is essential for contested claims.

Yes — a 60% rating for Choroidopathy, including uveitis, iritis, cyclitis, or choroiditis alone meets the single-disability TDIU threshold under 38 CFR § 4.16(a). If the condition prevents substantially gainful employment, compensation is paid at the 100% rate.