VA Disability Glossary – Key Terms Every Veteran Should Know
Disability Compensation
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Disability compensation is a monthly, tax-free payment provided by the VA to veterans who have a service-connected disability—meaning an injury, illness, or condition that was caused or aggravated by military service.
This benefit is designed to help offset the loss of earning potential and quality of life that can result from service-related health conditions. Veterans may receive compensation for physical or mental health conditions, and the amount depends on the VA disability rating, which ranges from 0% to 100% in 10 percent increments.
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Tax-free monthly payments based on your disability rating (amount dependent on number and severity of combined disabilities)
Additional compensation if you have qualifying spouse, dependent children, or parents
Potential eligibility for added benefits, such as VA health care, Special Monthly Compensation (SMC), and vocational rehabilitation
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If you believe your condition is service-related—or if you have been denied or underrated—the team at Greene & Marusak can help you file a new claim, submit an appeal, or seek a rating increase. Our VA-accredited attorneys and representatives are committed to fighting for the compensation you have earned.
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