Rectum and Anus, Stricture at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Rectum and Anus, Stricture

How much does a 10% VA rating for Rectum and Anus, Stricture pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Rectum and Anus, Stricture 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, Stricture?

Luminal narrowing with or without straining, managed by dietary intervention

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Rectum and Anus, Stricture?

10%: Some narrowing, with or without straining, managed by changing your diet. 30%: Canal narrowed by less than half, with straining to pass stool.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Hemorrhoids is service-connected as secondary to Rectum and Anus, Stricture, 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.