The VA assigns disability ratings to determine how much disability compensation a veteran will be received each month. Ratings are assigned in 10% increments, ranging from 10% to 100% disabled. The disability rating represents how much the disability decreases overall health and ability to function. A higher rating indicates that the veteran has a more severe disability, and therefore receives a higher monthly compensation payment. As of 2020, compensation rates range from $150 to $3,500 and are determined by your rating and dependent status.
How VA Disability Ratings are Determined
The disability rating is determined after a veteran is determined eligible for disability compensation and is based on:
- Evidence provided (doctor’s report or medical test results)
- The results of your VA claim exam (also called a compensation and pension, or C&P, exam)
- Additional information from other sourced (like federal agencies)
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Veterans can also receive a disability rating for multiple service-related conditions, however, the VA does not simply add up the ratings for each condition to determine your overall rating. Instead, VA uses a different formula to determine a combined rating which makes it much more difficult to reach a rating of 100% with each new service-related condition.
The disability rating process can be very complicated to understand. However, it is essential to present thorough information to ensure an accurate rating and receive the necessary compensation.
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