Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand at 20% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 20% for Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand

How much does a 20% VA rating for Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand pay?

A single veteran rated 20% for Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand receives $356.66 per month ($4,279.92/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 $356.66.

What does it take to get a 20% rating for Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand?

Favorable ankylosis of the thumb and any finger of the non-dominant (minor) hand; or of the index finger together with the long, ring or little finger, on either hand.

What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand?

20%: The same thumb-and-finger combination on your non-dominant hand, or the index finger plus one other finger on either hand. 30%: Your thumb and one finger on your dominant hand are both fused, in a favorable position.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?

Yes. If a condition like Chronic Hand Pain is service-connected as secondary to Favorable Ankylosis of Two Digits of One Hand, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 20% alone.