Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement) at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement)

How much does a 10% VA rating for Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement) pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement) 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 Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement)?

Painful residuals from healed spinal fracture, with no ROM loss.

What's the difference between 10% and 30% for Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement)?

10%: Back pain after a healed fracture that still affects daily life. 30%: Stiff spine from a fracture, but nerves are mostly okay.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Spinal Cord Injury is service-connected as secondary to Spine Fracture Residuals (With or Without Cord Involvement), 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.