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Diagnostic Code 6011: Retinal scars, atrophy, or irregularities
Eye · 38 CFR §4.79 · All codes in this system
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Localized scars, atrophy, or irregularities of the retina, unilateral or bilateral, that are centrally located and that result in an irregular, duplicated, enlarged, or diminished image | 10% |
| Alternatively, evaluate based on the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye, if this would result in a higher evaluation | |
Rated under: General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 ยง 4.79, diagnostic codes 6061-6091 | |
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Source: eCFR Title 38, 38 CFR §4.79, current as of 2026-11-05. Criteria text is the regulatory text, reproduced verbatim for reference; it is not legal advice.