Is PTSD a disability? Yes. Depending on the severity, a veteran’s diagnosis of PTSD is eligible for a VA disability rating of 100% ($3,737.85/month), 70% ($1,716.28/month), 50% ($1,075.16/month), 30% ($524.31/month), 10% ($171.23/month), or 0% (no payment). The ratings are listed in the Code of Federal Regulations under the General Rating Formula for Mental Disorders. The amount increases depending on your number of dependents. Individual unemployability (IU) for PTSD pays the same as a 100% rating ($3,737.85).
VA Disability Ratings for PTSD
| Rating | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
| 100% PTSD rating | $3,737.85 |
| 70% PTSD rating | $1,716.28 |
| 50% PTSD rating | $1,075.16 |
| 30% PTSD rating | $524.31 |
| 10% PTSD rating | $171.23 |
| 0% PTSD rating | None |
Neil Woods
VA disability attorney
Woods & Woods
Neil Woods is the firm’s owner and president. He received his law degree from Western Michigan University.
