VASRD 5226 · Musculoskeletal
Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger at 10% VA Disability Rating
Middle finger is locked in a painful or awkward position.
10%: single veteran, no dependents
$180.42
$2,165.04/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 10%
Middle finger fixed in an unfavorable angle like full flexion or hyperextension, affecting grip and precision tasks.
10% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger rated at 10%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $180.42 |
| With spouse | $180.42 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $180.42 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $180.42 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $180.42 |
Common questions about 10% for Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger
- How much does a 10% VA rating for Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger pay?
- A single veteran rated 10% for Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger receives $180.42 per month ($2,165.04/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 $180.42.
- What does it take to get a 10% rating for Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger?
- Middle finger fixed in an unfavorable angle like full flexion or hyperextension, affecting grip and precision tasks.
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?
- Yes. If a condition like Hand Muscle Atrophy is service-connected as secondary to Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 10% alone.
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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Ankylosis of the Long (Middle) Finger are on the main condition page.
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