YOUR CONDITION, EXPLAINED
Lacrimal duct, epiphora VA disability rating & claim guide
The VA rates Lacrimal duct, epiphora under diagnostic code 6025, in 38 CFR § 4.79 (eye conditions), and the schedule provides two evaluation levels for it: 20% and 10%.
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How the VA rates Lacrimal duct, epiphora
Excessive tearing due to blocked tear ducts.
The rating distinguishes between interference with tear drainage in one eye at the lower tier and bilateral tear duct obstruction at the higher tier, confirmed through symptoms and clinical confirmation by an ophthalmologist.
- Diagnostic code
- 6025
- Rating schedule
- 38 CFR § 4.79
- Schedule levels
- 20% and 10%
How does the VA choose a rating level?
Which level applies is set by the criteria the evidence meets, not by the diagnosis. Where there is a question as to which of two evaluations applies, 38 CFR § 4.7 assigns the higher one if the disability picture more nearly approximates the criteria required for that rating.
This code prints no 0% row. Under 38 CFR § 4.31, a 0% evaluation is assigned where the requirements for a compensable evaluation are not met.
EXPLORE THE PERCENTAGES
Lacrimal duct, epiphora VA rating criteria (DC 6025)
Choose a percentage to see what that level means. Open the full comparison to read all the criteria in one place.
These are published rating criteria. Selecting a level does not predict your VA decision.
BUILD YOUR EVIDENCE, ONE PIECE AT A TIME
Evidence for your Lacrimal duct, epiphora claim
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THE EXAM FORM
Which DBQ is used for Lacrimal duct, epiphora?
VA's page says: “You can use these forms to submit medical evidence from your health care providers.”
Source: VA: Public Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs), read September 18, 2026.
SMALL DETAILS. BETTER PREPARATION.
Preparing your Lacrimal duct, epiphora claim
Start with the practical tips, then explore the common oversights. You don’t need to work through everything at once.
Practical tips for your claim2 tips
- 01
Use tear test logs to document the excessive tearing pattern, since this practical evidence supports the clinical diagnosis.
- 02
Include the frequency of any related eye infections, since recurring infections are a common complication worth documenting.
C&P exam pitfalls to keep in mind2 tips
- 01
Ignoring or minimizing what seem like mild cases, even though excessive tearing can be a genuinely persistent nuisance.
- 02
No proof of bilateral symptoms when claiming the higher tier.
Common filing mistakes2 tips
- 01
No specialist diagnosis from an ophthalmologist.
- 02
Underreporting the eye discomfort caused by the condition.
When symptoms may first appear1 tips
- 01
Epiphora can develop after eye surgery or as a result of chronic sinusitis affecting the tear drainage system.
YOUR SERVICE STORY
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THE BROADER PICTURE
Lacrimal duct, epiphora by the numbers
- Approval outlook
- Moderate
- Veterans service-connected
- ~1,400 veterans
- Typical rating awarded
- ~10%
Vetrify editorial estimates informed by VA published claims data (VBA Annual Benefits Report) and the VA rating schedule, not official VA statistics.
LET’S CLEAR A FEW THINGS UP
Common questions about Lacrimal duct, epiphora
Is Lacrimal duct, epiphora a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Lacrimal duct, epiphora under VASRD diagnostic code 6025 (Eye Conditions). Excessive tearing due to blocked tear ducts.
What VA disability rating can I get for Lacrimal duct, epiphora?
Possible VA ratings for Lacrimal duct, epiphora are 20%, 10%, 0%. The 0% level comes from 38 CFR 4.31, which assigns it wherever no compensable level is met. Examples: 20%: Bilateral tear duct obstruction; 10%: Interference with tear drainage, one eye.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Lacrimal duct, epiphora?
Vetrify estimates the typical rating awarded for Lacrimal duct, epiphora at around 10%, based on VA claims data and the rating schedule. An estimated 1,400 veterans are service-connected for Lacrimal duct, epiphora. Estimated approval outlook: Moderate.
What evidence helps prove Lacrimal duct, epiphora for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Lacrimal duct, epiphora claim includes: An ophthalmology exam confirming the diagnosis; A tear drainage test assessing duct function; Eye imaging, if performed to assess the duct's structure.
Which DBQ is used for Lacrimal duct, epiphora?
VA's Eye Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) is on its public list of DBQs. VA's page says: "You can use these forms to submit medical evidence from your health care providers."
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Lacrimal duct, epiphora?
Common pitfalls when filing for Lacrimal duct, epiphora: No specialist diagnosis from an ophthalmologist; Underreporting the eye discomfort caused by the condition.
Official sources
- 38 CFR § 4.79, Schedule of ratings, eye conditions (Diagnostic Code 6025)
- 38 CFR § 4.7, higher of two evaluations
- 38 CFR § 4.31, zero percent evaluations
Criteria in quotation marks are the regulation’s own words; everything else on this page is Vetrify’s summary of it. The eCFR text is authoritative. See how Vetrify derives its numbers.
How these figures are checked: our methodology and the open dataset.
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