Intraocular hemorrhage — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 6007)
The VA rates Intraocular hemorrhage under 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6007, from 10% to 60% based on the frequency and functional severity of symptoms. The maximum 60% rating requires With documented incapacitating episodes requiring 7 or more treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months. Related conditions in the Organs Of Special Sense body system share this rating framework.
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Rating schedule — DC 6007 at a glance
- Minimum rating
- 10%
- Maximum rating
- 60%
- Rating tiers
- 4
- CFR section
- § 4.79
- Body system
- Organs Of Special Sense
- Secondary conditions
- 0
Lowest schedular rating available
TDIU may raise effective compensation to 100%
10%, 20%, 40%, 60%
Part 4 rating schedule
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What are the VA rating criteria for Intraocular hemorrhage?
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 1 but less than 3 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 3 but less than 5 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 5 but less than 7 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
With documented incapacitating episodes requiring 7 or more treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months
“With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 5 but less than 7 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months”
How does the VA rate Organs Of Special Sense conditions?
Common Questions About Intraocular hemorrhage VA Ratings
What is the VA disability rating for Intraocular hemorrhage?
The VA rates Intraocular hemorrhage under Diagnostic Code 6007 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.
What is Diagnostic Code 6007?
Diagnostic Code 6007 is the VA rating identifier for Intraocular hemorrhage 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 Intraocular hemorrhage?
The highest schedular rating for Intraocular hemorrhage under DC 6007 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 Intraocular hemorrhage 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 Intraocular hemorrhage ratings?
Intraocular hemorrhage is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6007. 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 Intraocular hemorrhage?
Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Intraocular hemorrhage 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 supports a higher rating for Intraocular hemorrhage?
The key evidence for Intraocular hemorrhage 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.
Can Intraocular hemorrhage qualify for TDIU?
Yes — a 60% rating for Intraocular hemorrhage 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.
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