Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)

How much does a 10% VA rating for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) receives $180.42 per month ($2,165.04/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 $180.42.

What does it take to get a 10% rating for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?

Characteristic lesions involving at least 5 percent, but less than 20 percent, of the entire body affected; or at least 5 percent, but less than 20 percent, of exposed areas affected; or intermittent systemic therapy including, but not limited to, corticosteroids, phototherapy, retinoids, biologics, photochemotherapy,…

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?

10%: At least 5 but under 20 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or intermittent systemic therapy totalling under six weeks over the past 12 months. 30%: 20 to 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or systemic therapy for six weeks or more but not constantly over the past 12 mo…

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Cracked skin is service-connected as secondary to Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 10% alone.