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VA DISABILITY BENEFITS
ELIGIBILITY.
HOW THE VA DISABILITY CALCULATOR WORKS.
The VA calculates disability pay based on a system that considers each of your service-connected disabilities and their individual ratings. This calculator simplifies the process.
Enter your current and potential conditions along with their ratings, and it will estimate a monthly payment amount within minutes.
STEPS TO USE THE CALCULATOR
Just a few basic details and you’re in.
Considering applying for additional claims? Include them here to see how they might affect your overall payment.
This calculator uses the VA’s method of combining ratings to provide an overall disability rating, which helps determine your total compensation.
Based on your combined rating, the calculator displays an estimated monthly disability payment.
STEPS TO USE THE CALCULATOR
Just a few basic details and you’re in.
Considering applying for additional claims? Include them here to see how they might affect your overall payment.
This calculator uses the VA’s method of combining ratings to provide an overall disability rating, which helps determine your total compensation.
Based on your combined rating, the calculator displays an estimated monthly disability payment.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION
WHAT DOES THE VA USE TO DECIDE
MY DISABILITY RATINGS
What if I have more than one disability?
The VA uses the “whole person theory” method to determine your combined disability rating. This ensures your total rating doesn’t exceed 100%.
How do ratings work for a disability I had before service that got worse because of service?
If you receive benefits for a pre-service disability that worsened due to your service, the compensation amount is based on the “level of aggravation.” This refers to how much worse your condition became because of military service.
For example, a pre-service illness (something you had before joining) rated 10% disabling becomes 20% disabling due to service. The level of aggravation would be 10%.
What if I have more than one disability?
The VA uses the “whole person theory” method to determine your combined disability rating. This ensures your total rating doesn’t exceed 100%.
How do ratings work for a disability I had before service that got worse because of service?
If you receive benefits for a pre-service disability that worsened due to your service, the compensation amount is based on the “level of aggravation.” This refers to how much worse your condition became because of military service.
For example, a pre-service illness (something you had before joining) rated 10% disabling becomes 20% disabling due to service. The level of aggravation would be 10%.
KNOW YOUR BENEFITS
This VA Disability Calculator is a powerful tool for helping veterans understand their potential disability payments. Because it is for estimation purposes, it should ideally be used alongside professional advice for the most accurate understanding of your benefits.
At Benefit Karma, we understand the complexities of the VA claims process. Our team of experienced veterans and benefits specialists are here to guide you every step of the way. We offer a wealth of resources, including personalized consultations, to help you get the VA benefits you qualify for.