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VASRD 6350 · Infectious Diseases and Immune Disorders

Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated) at 60% VA Disability Rating

Flares that last a week or longer, two or three times a year.

60%: single veteran, no dependents

$1,435.02

$17,220.24/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025

VA Rating Criteria for 60%

Exacerbations lasting a week or more, 2 or 3 times per year

60% Pay by Household (2026)

Monthly compensation amounts for Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated) rated at 60%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.

Single (no dependents)$1,435.02
With spouse$1,566.02
With spouse + 1 child$1,663.02
With spouse + 2 children$1,728.02
Single + 1 child (no spouse)$1,523.02

Lower tier

10% Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated)

$180.42 /mo single

Higher tier

100% Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated)

$3,938.58 /mo single

Common questions about 60% for Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated)

How much does a 60% VA rating for Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated) pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated) 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 Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated)?

Exacerbations lasting a week or more, 2 or 3 times per year

What's the difference between 60% and 100% for Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated)?

60%: Flares that last a week or longer, two or three times a year. 100%: Acute disease with frequent flares that leave overall health severely impaired.

Official sources

  1. 38 CFR § 4.88b, Schedule of ratings, infectious diseases, immune disorders, and nutritional deficiencies (Diagnostic Code 6350)
  2. VA.gov, 2026 veteran disability compensation rates, effective December 1, 2025

Pay amounts on this page were last checked against VA.gov on August 16, 2026.

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Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (Disseminated) are on the main condition page.

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