Varicose Veins at 60% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 60% for Varicose Veins

How much does a 60% VA rating for Varicose Veins pay?

A single veteran rated 60% for Varicose Veins 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 Varicose Veins?

With the following findings attributed to venous disease: Persistent edema or subcutaneous induration, stasis pigmentation or eczema, and persistent ulceration

What's the difference between 60% and 100% for Varicose Veins?

60%: Persistent swelling or hardening under the skin, with discoloration or eczema, and ulcers that do not heal 100%: Massive, hard swelling with constant pain even at rest

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 60%?

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 60% alone.