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 need to know if I can get some information on VA disability compensation, please. 

assistant: 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. 

assistant: Are you seeking to get VA disability pay? 

user: Yes, I am looking to get VA disability pay? 

assistant: You can get some information about receiving VA disability compensation pay, managing your VA disability benefits and other information and resources. 

user: How can I file a claim? 

assistant: You can find how to prepare and file a claim for disability compensation online, by phone, or by mail. 

user: Where do I find information after my claim has been filed? 

user: You can connect with a Veterans Service Organization or accredited Veterans representative for help applying for benefits. 

assistant: What should I do after I get my rating? 

user: What other VA benefits and services are available? 

assistant: There are also housing grants. 

user: Is there a program to get a faster decision by submitting evidence along with my claim? 

assistant: You are inquiring about the Fully Developed Claims program.