Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck) at 30% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 30% for Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck)

How much does a 30% VA rating for Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck) pay?

A single veteran rated 30% for Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck) 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 Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck)?

Area or areas of at least 72 square inches (465 sq. cm.) but less than 144 square inches (929 sq. cm.)

What's the difference between 30% and 40% for Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck)?

30%: Total affected area of at least 72 but under 144 square inches (465–929 sq. cm.). 40%: Total affected area of 144 square inches (929 sq. cm.) or more.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 30%?

Yes. If a condition like Pain Disorder is service-connected as secondary to Scars With Underlying Soft Tissue Damage (Not of the Head, Face, or Neck), 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.