Urinary incontinence is essentially a loss of bladder control. The severity can range from leaking urine when coughing or sneezing to a sudden urge to
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The Schedular Rating system is also complex in its own way. The VA Disability Benefits system will assign a rating on a veteran's disability when a claim is filed based on evidence gathered and what the VA interprets using their rating criteria. They will generally rate in 10% increments starting from 0% to 100%. Receiving 100% disability ratings can be extraordinarily difficult for veterans who need it. The difference in compensation between 90% and 100% is astounding. In this section, we discuss different medical conditions and how the VA rates those conditions. If you're looking for more information on VA Benefits as a whole, you can check out our VA Disability Benefits section.
Here are our Top 10 VA Disability Ratings blogs:
- How To Get 100% VA Disability Rating
- What are VA Permanent and Total Ratings?
- VA Rating Code Sheets (Key Resource)
- Protected VA Disability Ratings and VA Rules
- 2020 VA Disability Rates and Compensation
- Understanding Your VA Rating Decision
- VA Math & How to Calculate Your Combined Disability Rating
- Can I Stop VA Rating Reductions On My Disability?
- VA Disability Ratings for Back Pain and Spinal Arthritis
- VA Disability Ratings for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
VA Disability Ratings for GERD Explained
This post will outline the basics of GERD and how service-connection VA disability benefits may be possible under the VA schedule of ratings, despite
Learn MoreVA Disability Rating for Back Pain
If you experienced a back injury during active duty, or an injury that later contributed to back pain, you may be eligible for disability benefits. As
Learn MoreHow Do I Increase My VA Disability Rating?
Once the Department of Veterans Affairs determines that a veteran does have service connection on a disability that resulted from their military
Learn MoreTemporary Total VA Rating of 100%
There are a few special cases in which the VA will provide a 100% rating for service-connected disabilities that do not otherwise meet the criteria
Learn MoreVA Rating for Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a common condition that can make daily tasks more challenging. This condition often appears due to another condition, such as
Learn MoreVA Disability Ratings for Eye Conditions
Over 250,000 United States veterans are receiving disability compensation through the Department of Veterans Affairs for eye or vision conditions;
Learn MoreProtected VA Disability Ratings and VA Rules
When a veteran is injured or becomes ill due to active duty, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs will rate their disability on a
Learn MoreHow VA TBI Ratings Are Evaluated for Compensation
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is one of the most common injuries found in former combat veterans. In fact, health officials have noticed an uptick in
Learn MoreVA Disability Ratings for Reactive Airway Disease
Reactive airway disease (RAD) is a general term used to describe a group of respiratory conditions caused by exposure to various allergens or
Learn MoreVA Disability for Bacterial Lung Infections
Bacterial lung infections are inflammation of the lungs that various microorganisms can cause. It's common in Gulf War Veterans who have been exposed
Learn MoreVA Disability Ratings for Essential Tremors
VA disability rating for tremors can be a complicated process. There are many factors that VA considers when determining a rating, including the
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