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title: "DC 6012 - Angle-closure glaucoma"
diagnostic_code: "6012"
body_system: "Organs of Special Sense (Eye)"
cfr_section: "§ 4.79"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-rating-schedule/eye/6012-angle-closure-glaucoma"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.79"
updated: "2026-07-21T20:15:58.166124Z"
---

# DC 6012 - Angle-closure glaucoma

Rated under § 4.79. Body system: Organs of Special Sense (Eye).

General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye

## Rating criteria

| Rating | Criteria |
| --- | --- |
| 10% | Evaluate under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. Minimum evaluation if continuous medication is required |

# Angle-Closure Glaucoma (VA Diagnostic Code 6012)

## Understanding This Condition and How the VA Rates It

Angle-closure glaucoma is an eye condition listed by the VA under the **Organs of Special Sense (Eye)** body system. It is assigned **Diagnostic Code 6012** and is rated under **§ 4.79** of the federal regulations.

### How It Is Evaluated

The VA evaluates angle-closure glaucoma using the **General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye**. This means your disability level is generally determined by applying that formula to your specific circumstances.

### Available Rating Level

| Rating | What It Reflects |
|--------|------------------|
| **10%** | Evaluated under the General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye. This is the **minimum evaluation if continuous medication is required.** |

### What the VA Looks For

- Whether your condition is evaluated under the **General Rating Formula for Diseases of the Eye**.
- Whether **continuous medication is required** to manage your glaucoma — in which case a **minimum evaluation of 10%** applies.

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*This information is drawn directly from the VA rating schedule for Diagnostic Code 6012 (§ 4.79). It is provided for general educational purposes and does not guarantee any particular rating or outcome.*

Source: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-4.79