VA disability compensation 
VA disability compensation pay offers a monthly tax - free payment to Veterans who got sick or injured while serving in the military and to Veterans whose service made an existing condition worse. You may qualify for VA disability benefits for physical conditions like a chronic illness or injury and mental health conditions like PTSD that developed before, during, or after service. Find out how to apply for and manage the Veterans disability benefits you've earned. 

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Get VA disability compensation (pay) 
EligibilityFind out if you re eligible for VA disability benefits for a presumptive disability or other service - connected condition. How to file a claimFind out how to prepare and file a claim for disability compensation online or by phone or mail. After you file your claimFind out what happens after you file for VA disability compensation, how long it takes us to make a decision, and what to do if you disagree. Compensation benefits for a surviving spouse and dependents VA DIC Learn about getting VA disability benefits as a surviving spouse, dependent child, or parent. 

Manage your Veterans disability benefits 
Check your VA claim or appeal statusTrack the status of your disability claim or appeal. File for a VA disability increaseIf your service - connected disability has gotten worse , find out how to file a claim to increase your disability rating. File an appealIf you disagree with our decision on your claim, learn how to file an appeal and what to expect from the VA appeal process. Add or remove a dependentFind out how and when to add a dependent spouse, child, or parent to your VA disability benefits. Also learn how to remove a dependent from your benefits. Upload evidence to support your disability claimSend us evidence like doctor's reports, medical test results, or service records to help support your o

user: I want to get VA disability

assistant: Okay, we can help you find out if you are eligible for VA disability benefits for a presumptive disability or other service-connected condition .

assistant: Would you like to find out what happens after you file for VA disability compensation ?

user: no I need other info

assistant: Would you like to find out how to prepare and file a claim for disability compensation?

user: no I think I know how

assistant: Would you like to find out if you are eligible for VA disability benefits for a presumptive disability or other service-connected condition?

user: yes, I want to get VA disability benefits if I can

user: can I check on it after I do the application?

assistant: Yes, we can help you check your VA claim status.

user: can you help with my disability rating too?

assistant: Yes, we have more information on how we assign disability ratings and effective dates , and what to do after you get your rating .

user: and what types of people can get VA disability?

assistant: VA disability compensation offers a monthly tax-free payment to Veterans who got sick or injured while serving in the military and to Veterans whose service made an existing condition worse. You may qualify for VA disability benefits for physical conditions and mental health conditions  that developed before, during, or after service.