Evaluate on the basis of either visual impairment due to the particular condition or on incapacitating episodes, whichever results in a higher evaluation.

With documented incapacitating episodes requiring 7 or more treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months.......................................................... 60%

With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 5 but less than 7 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months................................ 40%

With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 3 but less than 5 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months................................ 20%

With documented incapacitating episodes requiring at least 1 but less than 3 treatment visits for an eye condition during the past 12 months................................ 10%

Note (1): For the purposes of evaluation under 38 CFR 4.79, an incapacitating episode is an eye condition severe enough to require a clinic visit to a provider specifically for treatment purposes.

Note (2): Examples of treatment may include but are not limited to: Systemic immunosuppressants or biologic agents; intravitreal or periocular injections; laser treatments; or other surgical interventions

Note (3): For the purposes of evaluating visual impairment due to the particular condition, refer to 38 CFR 4.75-4.78 and to §4.79, diagnostic codes 6061-6091

General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye:

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