Osteoarthritis, Generalized at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Osteoarthritis, Generalized

How much does a 10% VA rating for Osteoarthritis, Generalized pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Osteoarthritis, Generalized 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 Osteoarthritis, Generalized?

Degenerative arthritis with X-ray evidence of involvement of two or more major joints or two or more minor joint groups.

What's the difference between 10% and 20% for Osteoarthritis, Generalized?

10%: Arthritis seen in several joints on X-ray, even if mild. 20%: Multiple joints show arthritis and flare-ups cause major issues.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Chronic Pain Syndrome is service-connected as secondary to Osteoarthritis, Generalized, 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.