VASRD 5020 · Infectious Diseases / Musculoskeletal
Osteomyelitis at 30% VA Disability Rating
Ongoing bone infection controlled with meds.
30%: single veteran, no dependents
$552.47
$6,629.64/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 30%
Evidence of recurring infection and use of antibiotics but without systemic symptoms.
30% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Osteomyelitis rated at 30%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $552.47 |
| With spouse | $617.47 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $666.47 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $698.47 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $596.47 |
Lower tier
10% Osteomyelitis
$180.42 /mo single
Higher tier
60% Osteomyelitis
$1,435.02 /mo single
Common questions about 30% for Osteomyelitis
- How much does a 30% VA rating for Osteomyelitis pay?
- A single veteran rated 30% for Osteomyelitis 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 Osteomyelitis?
- Evidence of recurring infection and use of antibiotics but without systemic symptoms.
- What's the difference between 30% and 60% for Osteomyelitis?
- 30%: Ongoing bone infection controlled with meds. 60%: Chronic bone infection that flares up and needs treatment.
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?
- Yes. If a condition like Sepsis is service-connected as secondary to Osteomyelitis, 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Osteomyelitis are on the main condition page.
View full Osteomyelitis guide