How to Get a Compartment Syndrome VA Rating: Top 5 Tips!

September 19, 2024

Do you qualify for a compartment syndrome VA rating? Let’s find out. In this post we reveal the top five tips for getting the compartment VA rating you rightfully deserve. We’ll also cover... continue reading

Foot Drop VA Rating Explained

VA disability ratings for foot drop generally range from 10% to 40%, with breaks at 20% and 30%, depending on the severity of the condition, the degree of paralysis, and how it impacts your ability... continue reading

15 Most Common VA Secondary Conditions to Radiculopathy (The Insider’s Guide)

Welcome to the Insider’s Guide on VA secondary conditions to radiculopathy for disability benefits. Radiculopathy, a condition caused by nerve compression in the spine, can lead to a wide range... continue reading

Top 3 Tips to Win a Lumbosacral Strain VA Rating

September 18, 2024

If you're a veteran dealing with a lumbosacral strain, you may be feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the constant pain and limited mobility in your lower back. In this post, we explain how to... continue reading

Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) Explained: What to Expect and How to Prepare!

If you're an active-duty service member dealing with a medical condition that affects your ability to perform your duties, you may have heard of the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL).... continue reading

What Does VA Claim Secondary Action Required Mean?

If you’ve got a pending VA disability claim, seeing "VA claim secondary action required" pop up can be both confusing and frustrating. What the heck does it mean? Do you need to do... continue reading

VA Rating for Colon Cancer Explained

September 17, 2024

If you're a veteran with colon cancer and can show a connection between your medical diagnosis and your military service, you may be eligible for VA disability benefits. Veterans with colon... continue reading

What is the Colon Polyps VA Rating?

VA disability ratings for colon polyps can range from 0% to 100%, depending on the predominant disability, the severity of symptoms, and how they impact your work, life, and social functioning, to... continue reading

MUCMI: 7 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

September 16, 2024

This guide will help answer frequent questions about Medically Unexplained Chronic Multisymptom Illness (MUCMI), including how to file your VA claim, how the VA rates MUCMI, and MUCMI symptoms... continue reading

38 States That Don’t Tax Military Retirement Pay At All

It’s no secret that state taxes can make a big difference in how much of your hard-earned military retirement pay you actually get to keep. The good news? As of 2024, 38 states fully exempt... continue reading

Military Retirement and Taxes Explained

When it comes to military retirement pay, understanding tax implications can be confusing and frustrating. But don't worry, I've got your six! If you're receiving regular military retirement... continue reading

Understanding the Military Blended Retirement System: What It Is and How It Works

September 15, 2024

The Military Blended Retirement System (BRS), implemented in 2018, introduced a significant change to the military retirement structure. It was designed to give more service members access to... continue reading

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