Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) at 30% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 30% for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)

How much does a 30% VA rating for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) pay?

A single veteran rated 30% for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm) 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 Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?

Characteristic lesions involving 20 to 40 percent of the entire body or 20 to 40 percent of exposed areas affected; or systemic therapy including, but not limited to, corticosteroids, phototherapy, retinoids, biologics, photochemotherapy, PUVA, or other immunosuppressive drugs required for a total duration of 6 weeks…

What's the difference between 30% and 60% for Dermatophytosis (e.g. athlete’s foot, ringworm)?

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 months. 60%: More than 40 percent of the whole body or of exposed areas involved, or systemic therapy taken constantly or near-constantly over the past 12 months.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?

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 30% alone.