Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of

How much does a 10% VA rating for Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of 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 Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of?

Moderate malunion or nonunion of the tarsal or metatarsal bones.

What's the difference between 10% and 20% for Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of?

10%: The foot bones healed out of position or never joined, with a moderate effect on the foot. 20%: The healing problem in the foot bones sits between moderate and severe.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Plantar Fasciitis is service-connected as secondary to Tarsal or Metatarsal Bones, Malunion or Nonunion of, 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.