VASRD 7806 · Skin

Dermatitis or Eczema at 60% VA Disability Rating

More than 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or constant or near-constant systemic therapy over the past 12 months.

60%: single veteran, no dependents

$1,435.02

$17,220.24/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025

VA Rating Criteria for 60%

Characteristic lesions involving more than 40 percent of the entire body or more than 40 percent of exposed areas affected; or constant or near-constant systemic therapy including, but not limited to, corticosteroids, phototherapy, retinoids, biologics, photochemotherapy, psoralen with long-wave ultraviolet-A light (PUVA), or other immunosuppressive drugs required over the past 12-month period

60% Pay by Household (2026)

Monthly compensation amounts for Dermatitis or Eczema rated at 60%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.

Single (no dependents)$1,435.02
With spouse$1,566.02
With spouse + 1 child$1,663.02
With spouse + 2 children$1,728.02
Single + 1 child (no spouse)$1,523.02

Lower tier

30% Dermatitis or Eczema

$552.47 /mo single

Common questions about 60% for Dermatitis or Eczema

How much does a 60% VA rating for Dermatitis or Eczema pay?
A single veteran rated 60% for Dermatitis or Eczema receives $1,435.02 per month ($17,220.24/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 $1,663.02.
What does it take to get a 60% rating for Dermatitis or Eczema?
Characteristic lesions involving more than 40 percent of the entire body or more than 40 percent of exposed areas affected; or constant or near-constant systemic therapy including, but not limited to, corticosteroids, phototherapy, retinoids, biologics, photochemotherapy, psoralen with long-wave ultraviolet-A light (P…
Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?
Yes. If a condition like Depression is service-connected as secondary to Dermatitis or Eczema, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 60% alone.

Official sources

  1. 38 CFR § 4.118 — Schedule of ratings — skin conditions (Diagnostic Code 7806)
  2. VA.gov — 2026 veteran disability compensation rates, effective December 1, 2025

Pay amounts on this page were last checked against VA.gov on August 16, 2026.

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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Dermatitis or Eczema are on the main condition page.

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