VA Combined Rating Calculator with Bilateral Factor

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Copy and paste your VA code sheet below. The calculator will automatically extract all disabilities, ratings, and effective dates.

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Condition Name

Rating %

Effective Date (Optional)

Bilateral

Current Disabilities

Apply Bilateral Factor (10% bonus)

When enabled, bilateral disabilities (affecting both sides of the body) receive a 10% bonus in the combined rating calculation per VA regulations.

Combined Rating Result

VA Combined Rating

Mathematical Result: --

Total Disabilities: --

Bilateral Pairs: --

Calculation Breakdown

How VA Combines Ratings:

The VA uses an "efficiency percentage" method, not simple addition. Each disability reduces the remaining efficiency. When bilateral factor is enabled, the VA adds 10% of the combined value to account for bilateral disabilities (per 38 CFR 4.26).

Pathways to 100% Schedular

Current Combined Rating: --%

Below are potential pathways to reach 100% schedular rating through increased ratings or additional secondary conditions.

Increased Ratings for Service-Connected Conditions

These show higher rating levels for your current conditions and what it takes to qualify:

Potential Secondary Conditions

These are conditions commonly associated with your service-connected disabilities that you may be able to claim as secondary:

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Consult with a VA-accredited representative or attorney for personalized advice. You must have medical evidence supporting any claims for increased ratings or secondary conditions.