Scleroderma at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Scleroderma

How much does a 10% VA rating for Scleroderma pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Scleroderma 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 Scleroderma?

At least one of the following: characteristic lesions involving at least 5 percent, but less than 20 percent, of the entire body affected; or at least 5 percent, but less than 20 percent, of exposed areas affected; or intermittent systemic therapy including, but not limited to, corticosteroids, phototherapy, retinoids…

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Scleroderma?

10%: At least 5 but less than 20 percent of the body or of exposed areas involved, or under six weeks of systemic therapy in the past year 30%: 20 to 40 percent of the body or of exposed areas involved, or six weeks or more of systemic therapy in the past year

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Pulmonary Fibrosis is service-connected as secondary to Scleroderma, 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.