Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control

How much does a 10% VA rating for Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control 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 Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control?

Complete or partial loss of sphincter control characterized by incontinence or retention that is fully responsive to a physician-prescribed bowel program and requires medication or special diet; or incontinence to solids and/or liquids at least once every six months, which requires wearing a pad at least once every si…

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control?

10%: Accidents about twice a year needing a pad; controlled with medication or diet. 30%: Monthly accidents needing a pad; bowel program works with medication and diet.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Skin Irritation is service-connected as secondary to Rectum and Anus, Impairment of Sphincter Control, 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.