Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) at 70% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 70% for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)

How much does a 70% VA rating for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) pay?

A single veteran rated 70% for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic) receives $1,808.45 per month ($21,701.40/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 $2,074.45.

What does it take to get a 70% rating for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)?

Prosthetic replacement of the head of the femur or of the acetabulum: markedly severe residual weakness, pain or limitation of motion following implantation of prosthesis.

What's the difference between 70% and 90% for Hip Replacement (Prosthetic)?

70%: Markedly severe lasting weakness, pain, or loss of motion in the replaced hip. 90%: After the 100 percent period, 90 percent applies when the replaced hip has painful motion or weakness bad enough that you need crutches.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 70%?

Yes. If a condition like Sciatic Nerve Pain is service-connected as secondary to Hip Replacement (Prosthetic), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 70% alone.