You may be entitled to VA disability compensation if you are a veteran suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) caused by military service. However, the process to obtain these benefits can be stressful and take years to achieve. Working with a qualified veterans disability attorney can help you obtain veterans disability benefits for post traumatic stress disorder.
Qualifying for VA Disability Benefits for PTSD
You need to provide a lot of evidence and build a strong case in order to have the best chance of obtaining the benefits you need. Our dedicated lawyers can help you gather evidence and build a strong case to support your application and gain the benefits you are entitled to.
- You must have been discharged under other than dishonorable conditions;
- You must have a diagnosis of PTSD from a medical professional
- Your symptoms must be tied to a traumatic event, or “stressor,” that occurred during your military service
- You must have documented medical evidence from a medical professional that the in-service stressor is what caused your PTSD.
What does VA consider to be a traumatic event?
The VA considers any of these to be a traumatic event:
- You suffered a serious injury, personal or sexual trauma, or sexual violation
- You were threatened with injury, sexual assault, or death
Compensation and Pension Examination for PTSD
Veterans must show a link between their PTSD and military service in order to receive disability benefits. VA will likely order a Compensation and Pension examination (C&P exam) in order to have a doctor opine on whether your PTSD is related to your service. During a C&P exam for PTSD, the medical examiner will likely complete a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ).
How Much Can I Receive in Veterans Disability Benefits for PTSD?
The amount you receive in monthly benefits will depend on the disability rating assigned for your PTSD. Each disability rating percentage on VA’s rating scale corresponds to a different monthly benefit amount. The higher the disability rating, the more a veteran receives in monthly compensation.
The VA is a large agency that deals with thousands of claims. Many veterans with legitimate service-related disabilities get denied the first time the apply due to completing the process incorrectly. If you get denied, the appeals process can be eve longer and more confusing to navigate. Working with a qualified attorney through either process can help make getting your benefits a much easier process.
Call our office today at 1-800-320-4864 for a free consultation to learn how our attorneys can help you or contact us here to schedule a consultation time that works best for you.
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