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: Hello, sir or ma'am. I came here to find more information, perhaps you can help me.

assistant: Of course. On our page you can learn how we assign disability ratings and effective dates, and what to do after you get your rating.

assistant: Would you like to learn more about other VA benefits and services?

user: No, I am well informed about that.

user: What can you tell me about the disability compensation? This is something that affects and interests me.

assistant: The 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.

user: I see. But what if I need more aid than I'm currently receiving?

assistant: We can find out if you're eligible for extra monthly pension payments if you need more aid than you're currently receiving.

user: That'd be great. Do you also have some additional info about this exam? That claim exam.

assistant: Of course. We can find out why you might need a claim exam, how to schedule and prepare for your appointment, and what to expect during and after the exam.

user: Now we're talking. Can you also tell me how to add my wife to my disability benefits?

assistant: Yes. We can help you find out how and when to add a dependent spouse, child, or parent to your VA disability benefits.

user: Then please do that. Also, what else can you tell me about the disability benefits you just mentioned?

assistant: We can help you find out how to apply for and manage the Veterans disability benefits you've earned on our page, if you want.