Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints at 60% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 60% for Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints

How much does a 60% VA rating for Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints receives $1,435.02 per month ($17,220.24/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 $1,663.02.

What does it take to get a 60% rating for Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints?

Inactive disease with marked deformity or major joint damage.

What's the difference between 60% and 100% for Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints?

60%: Old TB infection that left serious joint damage. 100%: Bone TB that’s actively spreading and debilitating.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?

Yes. If a condition like Chronic Pain is service-connected as secondary to Turberculosis of the Bones and Joints, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 60% alone.