Ulcerative Colitis at 60% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 60% for Ulcerative Colitis

How much does a 60% VA rating for Ulcerative Colitis pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Ulcerative Colitis 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 Ulcerative Colitis?

Moderate inflammatory bowel disease that is managed on an outpatient basis with immunosuppressants or other biologic agents; and is characterized by recurrent abdominal pain, four to five daily episodes of diarrhea; and intermittent signs of toxicity such as fever, tachycardia, or anemia

What's the difference between 60% and 100% for Ulcerative Colitis?

60%: Moderate IBD needing biologics or immunosuppressants, with 4-5 bouts of diarrhea a day. 100%: Severe IBD not controlled by treatment, with yearly hospital stays or inability to work.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?

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 60% alone.