Last week we focused on the history and eligibility requirements of the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC). If you missed it, go here to catch up! This …
Understand Your Service-Connected Benefits
It’s not always crystal clear what benefits you have earned or can access at different service-connected levels and ratings. Many veterans aren’t utilizing the full spectrum of benefits simply because …
More Than a Chip on Your Shoulder
Shoulder injuries are common for veterans and nonveterans alike. Between 7-8 million people see a doctor each year for shoulder pain and issues. There are 400,000-500,000 rotator cuff surgeries performed …
2022 VA Disability Compensation Pay Increase
The desperate need for an increase in disability compensation pay is something veterans and advocates have spoken out about for many years. In the last 12 years, the annual VA …
New Presumptive Conditions
Are you eligible for new service-connected benefits? Laws are changing and veteran advocates are pushing for more approved presumptive conditions for benefits and services that veterans are in dire need …
Ulcerative Colitis Ratings
What is Ulcerative Colitis? Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease in which inflammation and ulcers occur in your large intestine (colon) and rectum. It is most commonly …
GERD – Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, called GERD, is a common gastrointestinal condition. Cleveland Clinic reports than an estimated 20% of the US population have GERD. It is sometimes referred to as chronic …
Confused by Combined Disability Rating Math?
Calculating the combined disability rating is a process that can confuse and stress even the math-savvy! The formula for coming up with this rating seems a bit opposite of what …
Mental Health Ratings
Mental conditions and disorders are considered the most difficult to rate. Mental health looks different in every individual, symptoms vary, can be hard to measure, and they fluctuate in intensity …
Permanent and Total Disability
Permanent and Total Disability (also called 100% P&T or T&P) is a term and status that is often misunderstand and used incorrectly. It’s important to understand the difference and how …
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