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2023 VA Disability Pay Charts2023 Pay Rates for 10% – 20% Disability Rating
Note: Veterans with a 10% to 20% rating won't receive additional compensation for a dependent spouse, child or parent. Calculating Added Amounts for Aid and Attendance and Additional ChildrenVeterans with a 30% or greater disability rating may receive additional compensation for dependent children or a spouse receiving Aid and Attendance benefits. To calculate additional compensation, use the respective "additional" rows at the end of each table. For example, a Veteran with a 30% disability rating, a spouse and three children under 18 would receive $671.10 each month. $612.40 (Veteran with 1 Parent and 1 Child) + $29.35 (additional child 1) + $29.35 (additional child 2). 2023 Pay Rates for 30% – 60% Disability Rating
2023 Pay Rates for 70% – 100% Disability Rating
2022 VA Disability Pay Charts2022 VA disability rates are good through November 30th, 2022. 2022 Pay Rates for 10% – 20% Disability Rating
2022 Pay Rates for 30% – 60% Disability Rating
2022 Pay Rates for 70% – 100% Disability Rating
How VA Disability Pay WorksVA disability pay can be complicated. Below is a general breakdown of how this benefit works. How do I Determine my VA Disability Compensation?To determine your disability compensation, you need to file a claim with VA. The VA rates your disability by severity after reviewing every piece of evidence in your claim. You may only receive compensation for a single diagnostic code per condition, even if that condition satisfies more than one diagnostic code. However, those with more than one condition may receive additional compensation based on the combined rating system. You may receive additional compensation if:
Note: If you have more than one child or your spouse receives Aid and Attendance benefits (signified by A&A in the table cell below), be sure to include the figures from the "Add" row. Did you know: Veterans can use their disability income in conjunction with their VA loan benefits. Speak with a home loan specialist to see how much you can afford. Am I Eligible for VA Disability Compensation?Veterans with a service-connected physical or mental disability that makes everyday tasks difficult or impossible may be eligible for VA disability benefits. Eligibility to file a VA disability claim is dependent on meeting one of the following conditions as set by the VA:
The VA will need evidence to support your disability claim when applying, which we discuss in the next section. How do I Apply for VA Disability Benefits?The Department of Veterans Affairs recommends eligible Veterans apply for disability compensation benefits through the VA's eBenefits online portal. However, Veterans may also apply by mail with VA Form 21-526EZ, in person at your regional benefits office, or with help from a trained professional. In any case, you will need access to your DD214 (or equivalent discharge or separation papers), the medical evidence of the disability, and dependency records (marriage license and children's birth certificates). If you have yet to separate from service, you may still apply using the Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) program. To be eligible for the BDD, you must:
If you have less than 90 days until separation, you may still file a fully developed or standard claim. Types of VA Disability Compensation ClaimsGenerally, there are three methods to apply for disability compensation, each with different timelines to receive benefits. Decision Ready Claims ProgramThe fastest method of applying is through the VA's Decision Ready Claims (DRC) program. This program requires you to work with an accredited Veterans Service Organization (VSO) but generally processes claims in 30 days or less. As of now, the only types of claims the DRC program processes are:
There are additional restrictions for filing under the DRC program. Those applying can consult their VSO to determine if the DRC program is right for them. Fully Developed Disability ClaimsThe next fasted option is the Fully Developed Disability Claims (FDDC) program. The primary difference between the FDDC program and filing a standard claim is the Veteran must provide all evidence upfront and certify there's no additional evidence needed to make a claim decision. At a minimum, the Veteran should provide:
If the VA requires additional information, the claim typically gets removed from the FDDC program and is processed as a standard claim. Standard VA Disability ClaimsWith standard VA disability claims, the VA gathers evidence and compiles all supporting documents. If the VA is unable to obtain a needed document, they may require your help. When help is required, it typically applies to documents not held by a federal agency, such as private medical records, employer information, and documents from state or local governments. As with all claims programs, be prepared to provide your DD214 (or other separation documents), service treatment records, VA medical records, and private medical records about your claim. Those needing help applying for their VA disability claim may also work with an accredited attorney, claims agent, or Veterans Service Officer (VSO). Combined Rating System for Veterans with Multiple DisabilitiesVeterans with multiple disabilities use the combined rating system. To use the combined rating system, arrange the disabilities in order by severity and locate the intersect of the two numbers on the table below. The VA rounds the final figure to the nearest to 10 percent. If the Veteran has more than two disabilities, find the combined value for the first two, without rounding, and repeat with the third disability. Once you have a final number, round to the nearest 10%. For example, if disability 1's rating is 40% and disability 2's is 20%, the combined rating is 52%. That figure gets rounded to the nearest 10%, making the disability rating 50%. For a three-disability example, if disability 1's rating is 60%, disability 2's rating is 30%, and disability 3's rating is 20%, we first find the rating of 1 and 2. The rating of 1 and 2 comes out to be 72. We then take the first combined rating and find the intersect with disability 3. The final number comes out at an even 80% rating.
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By Pam Swan Pam Swan is the National Military Relations Director for Veterans United. Pam has been actively working to serve members of the military and veterans for over 3 decades. Pam utilizes her experience to contribute to Veterans United Network. Pam is able to raise awareness of the VA Loan through financial education briefings presented to service members across the country. Pam is also married to a U.S. Army retired soldier of more than 20 years. What will VA disability pay be in 2023?The Social Security Administration recently announced a massive 8.7% COLA increase to VA Disability Rates 2023.
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10% – 20% VA Rating (No Dependents). Will VA compensation go up in 2023?VA Disability Pay Raise 2023: Will Disabled Veterans Get a Pay Increase This Year? Yes, disabled veterans with a 10% VA rating or higher will see an 8.7% COLA increase on their monthly VA compensation payment beginning January 2023.
What is the VA disability 5 year rule?The VA disability 5 year rule allows the VA to ex-examine your VA disability rating within 5 years of your initial examination if your condition is expected to improve over time. However, the VA may still change your disability rating past the 5-year deadline if your condition has significantly improved.
How many veterans have a 100% disability rating?In 2021, 8.3% of veterans with service-connected disabilities had a combined rating of 90%, while 16.9% had a combined rating of 100%.
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