VASRD 7343 · Digestive System
Hiatal Hernia at 30% VA Disability Rating
Frequent pain or regurgitation
30%: single veteran, no dependents
$552.47
$6,629.64/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 30%
Recurrent epigastric distress with arm or shoulder pain
30% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Hiatal Hernia 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% Hiatal Hernia
$180.42 /mo single
Higher tier
60% Hiatal Hernia
$1,435.02 /mo single
Common questions about 30% for Hiatal Hernia
- How much does a 30% VA rating for Hiatal Hernia pay?
- A single veteran rated 30% for Hiatal Hernia 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 Hiatal Hernia?
- Recurrent epigastric distress with arm or shoulder pain
- What's the difference between 30% and 60% for Hiatal Hernia?
- 30%: Frequent pain or regurgitation 60%: Serious complications from reflux
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?
- 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 30% alone.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Hiatal Hernia are on the main condition page.
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