Hiatal Hernia at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Hiatal Hernia

How much does a 10% VA rating for Hiatal Hernia pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Hiatal Hernia 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 Hiatal Hernia?

Documented history of esophageal stricture(s) that requires daily medications to control dysphagia otherwise asymptomatic

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Hiatal Hernia?

10%: Stricture controlled by daily medication, otherwise no symptoms 30%: Recurring stricture needing dilation no more than twice a year

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like GERD is service-connected as secondary to Hiatal Hernia, 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.