Condition Rating Guides
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Chronic inflammation of the eyelids causing redness, swelling, itching, and crusty debris on eyelashes. Common in desert environments due to dust and sand exposure. Rated based on disfigurement and visual impairment.
The VA rates this condition based on the type and intensity of treatment you require. Higher ratings correspond to more aggressive treatment regimens, such as daily medication, insulin dependence, or the need for ongoing medical management.
Diagnostic code
DC 6018
Rating range
0% – 20%
Rating levels
3
Rating criteria are defined in 38 CFR 4.79, DC 6018. This guide presents a plain-language summary and is not a substitute for the full regulatory text. Always consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney for case-specific advice.
Your blepharitis has caused secondary complications such as corneal involvement or meibomian gland dysfunction, and you require ongoing medical management.
What the VA looks for
Conditions commonly associated with Chronic Blepharitis or rated under the same body system.
Tinnitus
Bilateral Hearing Loss
Meniere's Disease (Endolymphatic Hydrops)
Dry Eye Syndrome
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Peripheral Vestibular Disorder
Diabetic Retinopathy