Ulcerative Colitis at 10% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 10% for Ulcerative Colitis

How much does a 10% VA rating for Ulcerative Colitis pay?

A single veteran rated 10% for Ulcerative Colitis 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 Ulcerative Colitis?

Minimal to mild symptomatic inflammatory bowel disease that is managed with oral or topical agents (other than immunosuppressants or other biologic agents); and is characterized by recurrent abdominal pain with three or less daily episodes of diarrhea and no signs of systemic toxicity

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

10%: Minimal to mild IBD on oral or topical medicine, with no signs of body-wide illness. 30%: Mild to moderate IBD on oral or topical medicine, with up to 3 bouts of diarrhea a day.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 10%?

Yes. If a condition like Anemia is service-connected as secondary to Ulcerative Colitis, 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.