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VASRD 5252 · Musculoskeletal System – Hip/Thigh

Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip) at 20% VA Disability Rating

Hip flexion tight – affects walking and sitting.

20%: single veteran, no dependents

$356.66

$4,279.92/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025

VA Rating Criteria for 20%

Flexion limited to 30 degrees.

20% Pay by Household (2026)

Monthly compensation amounts for Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip) rated at 20%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.

Single (no dependents)$356.66
With spouse$356.66
With spouse + 1 child$356.66
With spouse + 2 children$356.66
Single + 1 child (no spouse)$356.66

Lower tier

10% Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip)

$180.42 /mo single

Higher tier

30% Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip)

$552.47 /mo single

Common questions about 20% for Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip)

How much does a 20% VA rating for Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip) pay?
A single veteran rated 20% for Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip) 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 Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip)?
Flexion limited to 30 degrees.
What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip)?
20%: Hip flexion tight – affects walking and sitting. 30%: Very restricted hip movement – can't raise thigh far.
Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?
Yes. If a condition like Knee Pain is service-connected as secondary to Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip), 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.

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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Limitation of Flexion of the Thigh (Hip) are on the main condition page.

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