Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) at 20% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 20% for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)

How much does a 20% VA rating for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) pay?

A single veteran rated 20% for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) receives $356.66 per month ($4,279.92/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 $356.66.

What does it take to get a 20% rating for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)?

Favorable ankylosis with abduction possible to 60° and can reach mouth and head.

What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)?

20%: Your shoulder is stiff but you can still eat and groom yourself. 30%: Your shoulder is stiff but moves between 25° and 60°.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?

Yes. If a condition like Neck Strain is service-connected as secondary to Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 20% alone.