VA Condition Lookup
Plain-English summaries of the most commonly claimed conditions: rating criteria, common mistakes, and what to expect.
Mental Health
0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, 70%, 100%
Service-connected post-traumatic stress disorder claims and rating criteria.
0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, 70%, 100%
Generalized anxiety disorder claims under the General Mental Disorders formula.
Hearing
10% (maximum schedular)
Persistent ringing in the ears — one of the most common VA claims.
Neurological
0%, 10%, 30%, 50%
Headaches with prostrating attacks rated under DC 8100.
Respiratory
0%, 30%, 50%, 100%
Obstructive sleep apnea, often filed secondary to PTSD or weight gain.
Digestive
10%, 30%, 60%
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, often secondary to mental health medications.
Musculoskeletal
10%, 20%, 40%
Chronic lower back pain rated by range of motion and functional loss.
Compensation Type
Paid at 100% rate
Receive 100% compensation without a 100% schedular rating.
Toxic Exposure
Varies by condition
Presumptive conditions under the PACT Act for burn pit exposure.