Did you know that you could qualify for a temporary 100% disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under specific circumstances? These special provisions can provide substantial financial relief and support during challenging times, such as after a hospitalization or surgery for a service-connected condition.
Temporary 100% Disability Rating Due to Hospitalization
One prominent pathway to securing a temporary 100% rating is through hospitalization. If you’re hospitalized for over 21 days due to a service-connected condition, or you enter the hospital for a non-service-connected condition but end up being treated for a service-connected condition for over 21 days, you qualify. This could apply to various situations, such as surgeries, prolonged illness, or intensive treatments.
Criteria for Hospitalization-Based Rating:
- Admission and Discharge Reports: These documents should show that the hospitalization lasted over 21 days and that the in-hospital treatment was for a service-connected condition.