VASRD 5030 · Infectious Diseases / Musculoskeletal
Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive at 10% VA Disability Rating
Old bone infection that still causes mild pain or issues.
10%: single veteran, no dependents
$180.42
$2,165.04/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 10%
Healed osteomyelitis with residual weakness, mild pain, or scarring.
10% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive rated at 10%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $180.42 |
| With spouse | $180.42 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $180.42 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $180.42 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $180.42 |
Higher tier
30% Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive
$552.47 /mo single
Common questions about 10% for Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive
- How much does a 10% VA rating for Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive pay?
- A single veteran rated 10% for Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive 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 Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive?
- Healed osteomyelitis with residual weakness, mild pain, or scarring.
- What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive?
- 10%: Old bone infection that still causes mild pain or issues. 30%: Long-term bone infection with recurring symptoms.
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?
- Yes. If a condition like Sepsis is service-connected as secondary to Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive, 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Osteomyelitis, Chronic or Inactive are on the main condition page.
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