Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052 at 30% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 30% for Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052

How much does a 30% VA rating for Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052 pay?

A single veteran rated 30% for Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052 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 Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052?

Intermediate degrees of residual weakness, pain, or limitation of motion.

What's the difference between 30% and 60% for Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052?

30%: Some ongoing pain or weakness after knee replacement. 60%: Chronic severe pain or weakness in the knee after replacement.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?

Yes. If a condition like Chronic Pain is service-connected as secondary to Joint Replacement Condition Code 5052, 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.