Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow) at 30% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 30% for Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow)

How much does a 30% VA rating for Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow) pay?

A single veteran rated 30% for Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow) 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 Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow)?

Flexion limited to 55° - minor (non-dominant) extremity; or flexion limited to 70° - major (dominant) extremity.

What's the difference between 30% and 40% for Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow)?

30%: Either a 55-degree bend limit on your non-dominant side, or a 70-degree limit on your dominant side. 40%: Either a 45-degree bend limit on your non-dominant side, or a 55-degree limit on your dominant side.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?

Yes. If a condition like Tendonitis is service-connected as secondary to Forearm, Flexion Limitation (Elbow), 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.