Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis at 20% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 20% for Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis

How much does a 20% VA rating for Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis pay?

A single veteran rated 20% for Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis 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 Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis?

Moderate incomplete paralysis; also the maximum where the neuritis is not characterized by the organic changes 38 CFR 4.123 lists

What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis?

20%: Moderate nerve involvement, and the ceiling when there are no objective organic changes. 30%: Severe nerve involvement with objective findings - the ceiling for a neuritis rating on this nerve.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?

Yes. If a condition like Gait Abnormality is service-connected as secondary to Femoral (Anterior Crural) Nerve, Neuritis, 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.