1. What is VA Disability Payment?

VA disability payments are monthly benefits paid to veterans who are disabled by an injury or disease that was incurred or aggravated during active military service. The amount depends on the disability rating assigned by the VA.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the VA disability payment formula:

Where:

• \( Disability\ Rating \) — Percentage of disability assigned by VA (0-100%)
• \( VA\ Rate\ Table \) — Current VA compensation rate for the veteran's status

Explanation: The payment is calculated by multiplying the disability rating percentage (as a decimal) by the appropriate rate from the VA compensation tables.

3. Importance of VA Disability Rating

Details: The disability rating determines both the amount of compensation and eligibility for additional benefits. Higher ratings may qualify veterans for additional allowances for dependents.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your disability rating percentage (without the % sign) and the current VA rate table amount for your status. The calculator will estimate your monthly payment.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How is the disability rating determined?
A: VA assigns ratings from 0% to 100% in 10% increments based on medical evidence of the severity of your service-connected conditions.

Q2: Where can I find current VA rate tables?
A: Current compensation rates are published on the VA website and are adjusted annually for cost-of-living increases.

Q3: What if I have multiple disability ratings?
A: Multiple ratings are combined using VA's combined ratings table, not simply added together. This calculator uses the final combined rating percentage.

Q4: Are there additional payments for dependents?
A: Yes, veterans with 30% or higher ratings may receive additional amounts for spouses, children, or dependent parents.

Q5: How often are payments made?
A: VA disability compensation is paid monthly, typically on the first day of the month for the previous month.