VASRD 5234 · Musculoskeletal System – Spine
Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine at 100% VA Disability Rating
Severe spinal fusion that limits movement and affects walking or nerves.
100%: single veteran, no dependents
$3,938.58
$47,262.96/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 100%
Unfavorable ankylosis of the entire spine with additional symptoms such as difficulty walking due to limited line of vision or neurologic involvement.
100% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine rated at 100%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $3,938.58 |
| With spouse | $4,158.17 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $4,318.99 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $4,428.10 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $4,085.43 |
Lower tier
50% Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine
$1,132.90 /mo single
Common questions about 100% for Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine
- How much does a 100% VA rating for Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine pay?
- A single veteran rated 100% for Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine receives $3,938.58 per month ($47,262.96/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 $4,318.99.
- What does it take to get a 100% rating for Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine?
- Unfavorable ankylosis of the entire spine with additional symptoms such as difficulty walking due to limited line of vision or neurologic involvement.
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 100%?
- Yes. If a condition like Sciatica is service-connected as secondary to Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 100% alone.
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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Ankylosis of the Lumbar Spine are on the main condition page.
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