Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis) at 20% VA Disability Rating

Common questions about 20% for Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis)

How much does a 20% VA rating for Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis) pay?

A single veteran rated 20% for Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis) receives $356.66 per month ($4,279.92/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 $356.66.

What does it take to get a 20% rating for Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis)?

Prosthetic replacement of wrist joint: minimum rating. The schedule prints 20 in both the major (dominant) and the minor (non-dominant) column, so the minimum is the same for either wrist.

What's the difference between 20% and 30% for Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis)?

20%: The lowest evaluation for a replaced wrist, the same whichever hand it is. 30%: The same severe lasting painful motion or weakness, in your non-dominant wrist.

Can a secondary condition raise my rating above 20%?

Yes. If a condition like Chronic Pain is service-connected as secondary to Wrist Replacement (Prosthesis), the VA combines both ratings using the official combined-ratings formula (38 CFR 4.25), which can produce a combined rating higher than 20% alone.