Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) at 30% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 30% for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)

How much does a 30% VA rating for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) pay?

A single veteran rated 30% for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint) receives $552.47 per month ($6,629.64/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 $666.47.

What does it take to get a 30% rating for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)?

Ankylosis intermediate between favorable and unfavorable - minor (non-dominant) extremity; or favorable ankylosis, abduction to 60° and able to reach the mouth and head - major (dominant) extremity.

What's the difference between 30% and 40% for Ankylosis of the Scapulohumeral Articulation (Shoulder Joint)?

30%: Either an in-between fusion in your non-dominant shoulder, or a favorable fusion in your dominant shoulder that still lets you reach your mouth and head. 40%: Either that same 25-degree fusion in your non-dominant shoulder, or an in-between fusion in your dominant shoulder.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?

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 30% alone.