VASRD 7005 · Cardiovascular System
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) at 100% VA Disability Rating
Severe heart disease with very low stamina
100%: single veteran, no dependents
$3,938.58
$47,262.96/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 100%
Chronic congestive heart failure, or workload of 3 METs or less
100% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) 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
60% Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
$1,435.02 /mo single
Common questions about 100% for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- How much does a 100% VA rating for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) pay?
- A single veteran rated 100% for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) 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 Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?
- Chronic congestive heart failure, or workload of 3 METs or less
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 100%?
- Yes. If a condition like Hypertension is service-connected as secondary to Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) are on the main condition page.
View full Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) guide