How long does a scar have to be in order to recieve a disability rating from the VA?

Question

I have a scar left over from a hernia surgery I had while in service. It is over an inch long.

Answer 1

Scars only matter as evidence of surgery.

The scar itself and hernia surgery do nothing for disability.

Answer 2

It wont count

Answer 3

Scars are not a disability unless they are disfiguring to the point it causes you problems with work or they limit your motion.

A hernia scar does neither. You will get turned down fast.  

Answer 4

If while ON DUTY you got a hernia from lifting or whatever.  and it is still bothering you, then file a claim with the VA. If it isn't causing you any problems or pain, then you are SOL.

Answer 5

Scars are not a disability unless they limit function. It does not matter if the scar runs from the top of your head to the bottom of you foot.

Answer 6

Scars themselves do not count; it's how much (if at all) they impact your ability to perform a job. (Pain in/under the area of the scar can be considered for disability rating purposes, however).

Answer 7

Hernia scars do not qualify for disability.  Nice try.

Answer 8

Scars are not a disability.