Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS) at 60% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 60% for Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS)

How much does a 60% VA rating for Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS) pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS) receives $1,435.02 per month ($17,220.24/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 $1,663.02.

What does it take to get a 60% rating for Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS)?

Under the Formula for Rating Intervertebral Disc Syndrome Based on Incapacitating Episodes: with incapacitating episodes having a total duration of at least 6 weeks during the past 12 months.

What's the difference between 60% and 100% for Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS)?

60%: At least 6 weeks of physician-prescribed bed rest for disc flare-ups in the past 12 months. This level is reached only through incapacitating episodes, not through the range-of-motion formula. 100%: The entire spine — neck and back together — is fused rigid in a poor position. This level is reached only through t…

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?

Yes. If a condition like Radiculopathy is service-connected as secondary to Intervertebral Disc Syndrome (IVDS), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 60% alone.