Can I receive benefits if I have multiple disabilities?

Yes, you can receive benefits if you have multiple disabilities in South Carolina. Under veterans disability law in South Carolina, you can receive compensation for injuries or illnesses that are connected to your active duty service in the Armed Forces. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) determines the amount of disability benefits you are eligible for based on your disability rating. Each disability is rated on its own, and your disability rating is the combined total of the ratings for all of your disabilities. For example, if you have two disabilities with ratings of 60% and 20%, your combined disability rating would be 80%. Your total disability rating affects the amount of benefits you receive. The VA also offers additional benefits for veterans who have multiple disabilities. If you have two or more service-related disabilities with a combined rating of 60% or more, you may be eligible for a higher total disability rating. This higher rating, called “combined disabilities evaluation,” may increase the amount of benefits you can receive. The VA also provides additional benefits for veterans with certain serious or permanent disabilities. You may be eligible for Special Monthly Compensation, or “SMC,” which can provide additional financial support for veterans who are unable to work because of a disability. If you have multiple disabilities that are service-related, you should contact your local VA office to inquire about the benefits you may be eligible for.

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