What does it mean if you get scheduled for an appointment with the VA regarding "compensation/pension"?

2023-06-18T21:54:33-04:00

I'm a 100% full/permanent Disabled Vet. Now I have an appointment (I did not make) on June 27 regarding "compensation/pension". What is this?

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 19 at 2023 12:55 AM

2023-06-19T00:55:52-04:00

SGT Kirk Bonanny P&T is normally not scheduled for further review. I would call the VA and find out why you have an appointment scheduled.

Response by SPC James Neidig made Jun 19 at 2023 2:24 AM

2023-06-19T02:24:54-04:00

Is Your Appointment With A Doctor Or A Counselor ?
How Long Has It Been Since Your Last Ratting Decision ?
I Was Called In About A Month After My 100% Decision To Meet With A Counselor Who Explained All Of My Benefits And Right’s.
That May Be What It Is.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Jun 19 at 2023 5:26 AM

2023-06-19T05:26:38-04:00

Va disability rules have changed. This will effect Vets differently depending on how long they have been rated for certain illness, condition etc. the material is easy to find in a google search and explains who and when these changes will effect what. One major example is the past scale for ratings waited Sleep Apnea at 50%, and PTSD starting at zero and up. Yes, a bit confusing. So the VA has spent a great deal of time adjusting values to be more in line with what is today though to be the most significant illness/injury/condition.

For the most part, 100 % and permanently disabled over age 55 are grandfathered into the changes meaning, they’ll likely not be effected. Those younger have always had the chance that they could be reviewed and modified.

There is also a (I believe) a mandatory screening for PTSD for those who have claimed it in the past it is a more refined evaluation which includes a full on program.

Anyway, the info is available on line and sone You tubers have floated informative videos.

As for your visit, you should be able to call and ask what it’s about, specifically.