Humerus, Other Impairment at 20% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 20% for Humerus, Other Impairment

How much does a 20% VA rating for Humerus, Other Impairment pay?

A single veteran rated 20% for Humerus, Other Impairment 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 Humerus, Other Impairment?

Recurrent dislocation with frequent episodes and guarding of all arm movements - minor (non-dominant) extremity; recurrent dislocation with infrequent episodes and guarding of movement only at shoulder level (flexion and/or abduction at 90°) - either extremity; malunion with marked deformity - minor (non-dominant) ext…

What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Humerus, Other Impairment?

20%: The lowest step this code pays: infrequent dislocations, or a moderately deformed healed humerus, or the more severe findings when they are on your non-dominant side. 30%: On your dominant side, either frequent shoulder dislocations that make you guard every arm movement, or an upper arm bone that healed with mar…

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?

Yes. If a condition like Shoulder Arthritis is service-connected as secondary to Humerus, Other Impairment, 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.