Why Does the VA Schedule New Exams After You Apply for Individual Unemployability (TDIU)?
Total Disability Individual Unemployability (TDIU), commonly referred to as unemployability, is a vital VA benefit for veterans who are unable to maintain substantially gainful employment due to their service-connected disabilities. Qualifying for TDIU allows eligible veterans to be compensated at the 100% disability rate, regardless of their actual combined VA disability rating. Understanding why the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) frequently schedules new Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams after a veteran applies for TDIU is crucial for anyone navigating this process.
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What Triggers These Exams?
When a veteran files for TDIU, often through VA Form 21-8940, the application requires a declaration of which service-connected disabilities are contributing to the inability to work. The VA treats this filing as an increased rating claim for each listed condition. As a result, the VA will typically schedule C&P exams for every disability mentioned in the application to reassess their current severity and impact.