Arm, Limitation of Motion at 30% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 30% for Arm, Limitation of Motion

How much does a 30% VA rating for Arm, Limitation of Motion pay?

A single veteran rated 30% for Arm, Limitation of Motion 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 Arm, Limitation of Motion?

Flexion and/or abduction limited to 25° from the side - minor (non-dominant) extremity; or motion midway between the side and shoulder level, flexion and/or abduction limited to 45° - major (dominant) extremity.

What's the difference between 30% and 40% for Arm, Limitation of Motion?

30%: Either that same 25-degree limit on your non-dominant side, or a 45-degree limit on your dominant side. 40%: You can move your dominant arm only about 25 degrees away from your side, forward or out.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?

Yes. If a condition like Frozen Shoulder is service-connected as secondary to Arm, Limitation of Motion, 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.