VASRD 7339 · Digestive System
Ventral Hernia at 40% VA Disability Rating
Big bulge that’s not controlled by support
40%: single veteran, no dependents
$795.84
$9,550.08/year · tax-free · effective December 1, 2025
VA Rating Criteria for 40%
Large, not well supported by belt under ordinary conditions
40% Pay by Household (2026)
Monthly compensation amounts for Ventral Hernia rated at 40%. Dependent additions apply at 30% and above.
| Single (no dependents) | $795.84 |
| With spouse | $882.84 |
| With spouse + 1 child | $947.84 |
| With spouse + 2 children | $990.84 |
| Single + 1 child (no spouse) | $853.84 |
Lower tier
20% Ventral Hernia
$356.66 /mo single
Higher tier
100% Ventral Hernia
$3,938.58 /mo single
Common questions about 40% for Ventral Hernia
- How much does a 40% VA rating for Ventral Hernia pay?
- A single veteran rated 40% for Ventral Hernia 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 Ventral Hernia?
- Large, not well supported by belt under ordinary conditions
- What's the difference between 40% and 100% for Ventral Hernia?
- 40%: Big bulge that’s not controlled by support 100%: Huge and weak abdomen, major impact
- Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 40%?
- Yes. If a condition like Abdominal Pain is service-connected as secondary to Ventral Hernia, 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.
See all rating tiers and evidence guidance
Full VASRD criteria, best evidence, exam pitfalls, and secondary conditions for Ventral Hernia are on the main condition page.
View full Ventral Hernia guide