Types of VA Disability Claims

Resources of Veterans About Different Types of VA Disability Claims

Veterans who have served our country deserve support for service-connected health issues. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers disability compensation for a wide range of conditions related to military service. This guide provides an overview of the different types of VA disability claims, common conditions, and important information for veterans seeking benefits.


Understanding VA Disability Claims


VA disability claims are requests for compensation for conditions that were caused or aggravated by military service. These claims can cover a wide range of physical and mental health issues. Understanding the types of claims and common conditions can help veterans navigate the process more effectively.

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Types of VA Claims


  • Direct Service Connection: The most straightforward type of claim, where a condition is directly linked to military service.
  • Secondary Service Connection: When a service-connected condition causes or aggravates another condition.
  • Presumptive Service Connection: Certain conditions are presumed to be service-connected based on specific service circumstances.
  • Aggravation: When a pre-existing condition is worsened by military service.
  • Special Claims: Including claims for Agent Orange exposure, radiation exposure, and Gulf War Syndrome.

Common VA Disability Claims

The VA recognizes a wide range of conditions for disability compensation. Here's a list of some of the most common disorders to claim for VA disability. Click the links below to learn more.


Secondary Service Connection


Secondary service connection is an important concept in VA disability claims. It allows veterans to claim conditions that are caused or aggravated by their primary service-connected disabilities. For example:

  • PTSD (primary) leading to sleep apnea (secondary)
  • Back pain (primary) causing depression (secondary)
  • Diabetes (primary) resulting in heart disease (secondary)

Understanding secondary service connection can help veterans receive compensation for the full range of their service-related health issues.


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You Fought For Your Country, Let Us Fight for You.

Understanding the types of VA claims and common service-connected disabilities can help veterans navigate the complex process of seeking disability compensation. Whether you're dealing with physical conditions like back pain, mental health issues like PTSD, or the effects of environmental exposures like burn pits, it's important to know your rights and the benefits available to you. If you're struggling with the claims process or have had a claim denied, don't give up. Contact Veterans Disability Aid today and we will help you get the benefits you deserve.

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