Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 6018)
The VA rates Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6018, from 10% to 10% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 10% rating requires Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating. Related conditions in the Organs Of Special Sense body system share this rating framework.
What are the VA rating criteria for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous)?
Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating
“Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating”
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Common Questions About Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous)?
The VA rates Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) under Diagnostic Code 6018 at the following tiers: 10%. The minimum 10% rating requires: Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating. The maximum 10% rating requires: Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating.
What is Diagnostic Code 6018?
Diagnostic Code 6018 is the VA rating identifier for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) 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.
What is the highest rating for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous)?
The highest schedular rating for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) under DC 6018 is 10%. This tier requires: Active: Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, minimum rating. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.
What 38 CFR section governs Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) ratings?
Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6018. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.
Which conditions are commonly secondary to Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous)?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.
What evidence do I need to establish service connection for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous)?
Service connection for Chronic conjunctivitis (nontrachomatous) 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.
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