VASRD 6079 · Eye Conditions

Visual Acuity, Impairment of VA Disability Rating

Vision loss or blurry vision not fully correctable with lenses.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
10%Some vision loss despite glasses
30%Moderate vision loss
60%Nearly blind or functional blindness

How the VA Evaluates Visual Acuity, Impairment of

Visual acuity measurements before and after correction.

Approval rate

Low – only approved if not correctable by lenses.

Annual service-connected

40,000 veterans

Average rating

10%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •VA or optometry vision exam
  • •Acuity test showing inability to correct with glasses

Strategy Tips

  • •Include vision charts and test dates
  • •Explain functional impact (driving, reading, etc.)
  • •Clarify if uncorrectable

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Submitting prescription glasses without test results
  • •Vision correctable to normal

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •No documentation of vision loss
  • •No link to service or progression since discharge

Onset Patterns

  • •May develop from trauma, aging, or untreated conditions
  • •Slow worsening in many cases

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Visual Acuity, Impairment of. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

  • Headaches

    Eye strain from poor vision

  • Anxiety

    Fear of losing sight can impact mental health

Common questions about Visual Acuity, Impairment of

Is Visual Acuity, Impairment of a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Visual Acuity, Impairment of under VASRD diagnostic code 6079 (Eye Conditions). Vision loss or blurry vision not fully correctable with lenses.
What VA disability rating can I get for Visual Acuity, Impairment of?
Possible VA ratings for Visual Acuity, Impairment of are 10%, 30%, 60%. Examples: 10% — Some vision loss despite glasses; 30% — Moderate vision loss; 60% — Nearly blind or functional blindness.
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Visual Acuity, Impairment of?
The average awarded rating for Visual Acuity, Impairment of is 10%. Roughly 40,000 veterans are service-connected for Visual Acuity, Impairment of each year. Typical approval likelihood: Low – only approved if not correctable by lenses..
What evidence helps prove Visual Acuity, Impairment of for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Visual Acuity, Impairment of claim includes: VA or optometry vision exam; Acuity test showing inability to correct with glasses.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Visual Acuity, Impairment of?
Common pitfalls when filing for Visual Acuity, Impairment of: No documentation of vision loss; No link to service or progression since discharge.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Visual Acuity, Impairment of?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Visual Acuity, Impairment of include: Headaches, Anxiety. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

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