How to Secure VA  Disability for Your Erectile Dysfunction

A veteran may receive VA disability benefits for service-connected erectile dysfunction, but the type and extent of benefits available depends on the specifics of the condition.

Erectile Dysfunction Alone is Rated at 0%

The VA disability rating for erectile dysfunction is 0%. Normally, a 0% rating means that you can receive VA healthcare benefits for the condition, but no monthly compensation. However, erectile dysfunction qualifies for special monthly compensation due to “loss of use of a creative organ.”

That special monthly compensation, known as “SMC-K,” is $132.74/month in 2024. A qualified veteran can receive this payment even if their disability rating is 0% and they are not otherwise entitled to monetary benefits. 

Related or Causal Conditions

Erectile dysfunction associated with certain other injuries or conditions may warrant a higher disability rating. For example: 

• Removal of penile glans is assigned a VA disability rating of 20% (in 2024, that’s a monthly benefit of $338.49/month)
• Inability to achieve erection due to service-connected disease or trauma that caused scarring or physical deformity is also assigned a 20% disability rating
• Atrophy of both testes is also assigned a 20% disability rating
• Removal of both testes is assigned a 30% disability rating (in 2024, that’s a monthly benefit of $524.31, and may be increased if the veteran has eligible dependents)
• Removal of half or more of the penis is also assigned a 30% disability rating

Pursuing VA Disability Benefits for Erectile Dysfunction

Though erectile dysfunction alone typically results in a 0% disability rating, it is still worth filing a claim. Approval will allow access to healthcare services for the condition, and also usually entitle the veteran to special monthly compensation. 

Depending on the circumstances triggering the condition, a veteran may be entitled to benefits at a higher level. An experienced VA disability benefits advocate can help you determine where your condition falls on the ratings schedule and ensure that you have the right medical documentation to support the maximum rating you are entitled to. The advocates at Veterans Help Group put their knowledge to work every day for veterans like you. To learn more about how we can help, call 855-855-8992 right now, or fill out our contact form.

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