VASRD 7123 · Cardiovascular / Lymphatic System
Chronic Lymphedema at 20% VA Disability Rating
Occasional swelling
20%: single veteran, no dependents
$356.66
$4,279.92/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 20%
Intermittent swelling with minimal symptoms
20% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Chronic Lymphedema rated at 20%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $356.66 |
| With spouse | $356.66 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $356.66 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $356.66 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $356.66 |
Higher tier
40% Chronic Lymphedema
$795.84 /mo single
Common questions about 20% for Chronic Lymphedema
- How much does a 20% VA rating for Chronic Lymphedema pay?
- A single veteran rated 20% for Chronic Lymphedema 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 Chronic Lymphedema?
- Intermittent swelling with minimal symptoms
- What's the difference between 20% and 40% for Chronic Lymphedema?
- 20%: Occasional swelling 40%: Ongoing swelling and flare-ups
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?
- Yes. If a condition like Cellulitis is service-connected as secondary to Chronic Lymphedema, 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Chronic Lymphedema are on the main condition page.
View full Chronic Lymphedema guide