What is 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.
Understanding VA Disability Rating
Ratings range from 0% to 100% in 10% increments. Multiple disabilities are combined using VA math (not simple addition). Higher ratings mean higher monthly payments and additional benefits. Veterans can appeal ratings they believe are too low.
Examples
- 170% rating for PTSD with occupational impairment
- 2Combined 90% rating for multiple service-connected conditions
- 3Appeal to increase rating from 30% to 50%
Related Terms
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.
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%.
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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