VASRD 5208 · Musculoskeletal System
Ankylosis of the elbow at 90% VA Disability Rating
Unfavorable ankylosis below 45 degrees or extremely unfavorable
90%: single veteran, no dependents
$2,362.30
$28,347.60/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
90% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Ankylosis of the elbow rated at 90%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $2,362.30 |
| With spouse | $2,559.30 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $2,704.30 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $2,802.30 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $2,494.30 |
Lower tier
60% Ankylosis of the elbow
$1,435.02 /mo single
Common questions about 90% for Ankylosis of the elbow
- How much does a 90% VA rating for Ankylosis of the elbow pay?
- A single veteran rated 90% for Ankylosis of the elbow receives $2,362.30 per month ($28,347.60/year) under the 2026 VA rates, effective December 1, 2025. VA disability compensation is tax-free. With a spouse and one child, the monthly amount is $2,704.30.
- What does it take to get a 90% rating for Ankylosis of the elbow?
- Unfavorable ankylosis below 45 degrees or extremely unfavorable
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 90%?
- Yes. If a condition like Loss of hand function is service-connected as secondary to Ankylosis of the elbow, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 90% alone.
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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Ankylosis of the elbow are on the main condition page.
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