VASRD 7203 · Digestive System

Esophageal Stricture at 30% VA Disability Rating

Recurrent narrowing needing dilation no more than twice a year

30%: single veteran, no dependents

$552.47

$6,629.64/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025

VA Rating Criteria for 30%

Documented history of recurrent esophageal stricture(s) causing dysphagia which requires dilatation no more than 2 times per year

30% Pay by Household (2026)

Monthly compensation amounts for Esophageal Stricture rated at 30%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.

Single (no dependents)$552.47
With spouse$617.47
With spouse + 1 child$666.47
With spouse + 2 children$698.47
Single + 1 child (no spouse)$596.47

Lower tier

10% Esophageal Stricture

$180.42 /mo single

Higher tier

50% Esophageal Stricture

$1,132.90 /mo single

Common questions about 30% for Esophageal Stricture

How much does a 30% VA rating for Esophageal Stricture pay?
A single veteran rated 30% for Esophageal Stricture 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 Esophageal Stricture?
Documented history of recurrent esophageal stricture(s) causing dysphagia which requires dilatation no more than 2 times per year
What's the difference between 30% and 50% for Esophageal Stricture?
30%: Recurrent narrowing needing dilation no more than twice a year 50%: Dilation 3+ times a year, steroid dilation yearly, or an esophageal stent

Official sources

  1. 38 CFR § 4.114 — Schedule of ratings — digestive system (Diagnostic Code 7203)
  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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