Hypertensive Heart Disease at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Hypertensive Heart Disease

How much does a 10% VA rating for Hypertensive Heart Disease pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Hypertensive Heart Disease 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 Hypertensive Heart Disease?

Workload of 7.1-10.0 METs results in heart failure symptoms; or continuous medication required for control.

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Hypertensive Heart Disease?

10%: Heart failure symptoms appear at a workload between 7.1 and 10.0 METs, or continuous medication is required to control it — either one on its own is enough. 30%: Heart failure symptoms appear at a workload between 5.1 and 7.0 METs, or imaging confirms the heart is thickened or enlarged — either one on its own is…

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Chronic Fatigue is service-connected as secondary to Hypertensive Heart Disease, 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.