VASRD 7800 · Skin / Appearance
Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck at 10% VA Disability Rating
Mild visible scarring
10%: single veteran, no dependents
$180.42
$2,165.04/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 10%
One characteristic of disfigurement
10% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck rated at 10%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $180.42 |
| With spouse | $180.42 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $180.42 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $180.42 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $180.42 |
Higher tier
30% Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck
$552.47 /mo single
Common questions about 10% for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck
- How much does a 10% VA rating for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck pay?
- A single veteran rated 10% for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck 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 Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck?
- One characteristic of disfigurement
- What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck?
- 10%: Mild visible scarring 30%: Noticeable but less severe changes
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?
- Yes. If a condition like Social Anxiety is service-connected as secondary to Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck, 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Disfigurement of the Head, Face or Neck are on the main condition page.
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