CTE is a disorder found in those who experienced multiple traumatic head injuries. While CTE is rare, medical experts consider veterans at high risk.
VA Disability Benefits
These are articles about how to navigate the VA's complex processes, receiving VA disability compensation for service-connected conditions, and other veterans benefits.
VA Disability Ratings for COVID-19
While COVID-19 does not currently have its own VA diagnostic code, you may be eligible for benefits for residual effects of the illness.
How Does Taking Medication Affect My VA Disability?
Whether your VA benefits can be affected by alleviating effects of medication depends on if medication is mentioned under your condition’s diagnostic code.
What is a VA Higher-Level Review and Can You Use It?
A higher-level review is one of several appeal options for veterans who disagree with their VA disability decision or rating.
What is the Success Rate for VA Disability Appeals?
The success of your VA disability appeal depends on your unique circumstances. Overall success rates vary and aren’t a reliable predictor for your own case.
Appealing a VA Claim Through the BVA (Board of Veterans’ Appeals)
Veterans have one year to file an appeal if they disagree with a VA decision. There are three methods of appealing–one route is through the BVA.
VA Disability for Testicular Conditions
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A Guide to the VA Disability Appeal Process
If you want to appeal the VA’s decision on your disability claim, your options in the VA appeal system depend on a variety of factors. This article explains how to navigate the process.
Protected and Stabilized VA Disability Ratings
Veterans with stabilized ratings have lived with a consistent disability for at least five years. Learn about the other levels of protection.
VA Disability Ratings for Prostate Conditions
The VA provides disability benefits for service-connected prostate conditions including prostate cancer and enlarged prostates.
Aid and Attendance VA Benefits
Veterans who need assistance with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and eating may be eligible to receive VA Aid and Attendance benefits.
What are VA Diagnostic Codes and Why Do They Matter?
How do VA diagnostic codes affect your rating, and what happens if your condition is not in the rating schedule? We answer these questions and more.
