Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 6030)

The VA rates Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). under Diagnostic Code 6030 at the following tiers: 20%. The minimum 20% rating requires: Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)).. The maximum 20% rating requires: Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III))..

Diagnostic Code 6030 is the VA rating identifier for Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). 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 Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). under DC 6030 is 20%. This tier requires: Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)).. Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6030. 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 Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). 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 Paralysis of accommodation (due to neuropathy of the Oculomotor Nerve (cranial nerve III)). 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.