What is TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)?
A VA benefit that pays veterans at the 100% disability rate when their service-connected disabilities prevent them from maintaining substantially gainful employment, even if their combined rating is less than 100%.
Understanding TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)
TDIU requires either one disability rated 60%+ or multiple disabilities with combined 70%+ (with one at 40%+). Veterans must show they cannot work due to service-connected conditions, not age or non-service-connected issues. This can significantly increase monthly compensation.
Examples
- 1Veteran with 70% PTSD rating unable to maintain employment
- 2Combined 80% rating qualifying for TDIU
- 3Showing work history disrupted by service-connected conditions
Related Terms
VA Disability Rating
A percentage assigned by the Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the severity of a service-connected disability, which determines the amount of monthly compensation.
Service Connection
The VA's determination that a veteran's disability or condition is related to their military service, which is required to receive VA disability compensation.
C&P Exam (Compensation and Pension Exam)
A medical examination ordered by the VA to evaluate the current severity of a veteran's claimed disability and determine if it's connected to military service.
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