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Specific circumstances and disabilities may render veterans eligible for VA Special Monthly Compensation. Summary Special Monthly Compensation provides additional financial support for veterans, their spouses, or surviving family members with severe service-connected disabilities or specific conditions requiring caregiver support or medical supervision. Veterans may qualify for VA Special Monthly Compensation if they have significant disabilities […]

The cognitive dysfunction and depleted energy levels common to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome make it difficult to function effectively, never mind pursue a VA disability claim appeal. Summary Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), severely impacts veterans, affecting their cognitive abilities and physical endurance, often making daily tasks challenging. Symptoms of CFS in veterans […]

With painful and physically restrictive symptoms, service-connected sciatica can put veterans at risk for chronic health issues, reduce their quality of life, and lead them to self-isolate. Summary Sciatica symptoms are often secondary to service-related injuries like herniated discs. The VA offers a disability rating for sciatica, accounting for pain, loss of function, and loss […]

With convincing evidence and a strong advocate, veterans can demonstrate that they deserve a VA disability rating increase.  Summary Veterans may seek to increase their VA disability rating if their symptoms have worsened or if the VA initially underestimated the severity of their condition. Obtaining a higher rating requires meeting evidentiary standards. It may also […]

The most common VA disabilities include hearing problems, joint damage, and trauma-related mental issues. Summary Nearly 2 million VA disability claims were processed in 2023, with the top 5 common disabilities remaining consistent. As common conditions among veterans, tinnitus and hearing loss often result from loud work environments and typically lead to a 10% VA […]