Varicose Veins at 40% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 40% for Varicose Veins

How much does a 40% VA rating for Varicose Veins pay?

A single veteran rated 40% for Varicose Veins receives $795.84 per month ($9,550.08/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 $947.84.

What does it take to get a 40% rating for Varicose Veins?

With the following findings attributed to venous disease: Persistent edema and stasis pigmentation or eczema, with or without intermittent ulceration

What's the difference between 40% and 60% for Varicose Veins?

40%: Persistent swelling plus skin discoloration or eczema, whether or not ulcers come and go 60%: Persistent swelling or hardening under the skin, with discoloration or eczema, and ulcers that do not heal

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 40%?

Yes. If a condition like Venous Insufficiency is service-connected as secondary to Varicose Veins, the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 40% alone.