What is a concurrent disability?

Concurrent disability is a term used when a veteran is receiving compensation for two separate service-connected disabilities at the same time. In Pennsylvania, a veteran may be approved for two different disability ratings for the same injury or illness, depending on the severity of the condition. A concurrent disability is a condition that is both service-connected and non-service-connected, meaning the veteran may be entitled to both VA disability compensation and another benefit such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The veteran may be entitled to the more generous of the two benefits, which can result in a larger disability payment. For example, if a veteran has a disability rating of 50% from the VA, they may also be entitled to a disability rating of 70% from the Social Security Administration (SSA). In this case, the veteran would be entitled to compensation from both the VA and the SSA, with the higher rating of 70% from the SSA being paid out first. In Pennsylvania, veterans must provide proof of service-connected disability in order to receive compensation for a concurrent disability. For instance, the veteran must fill out the Department of Veterans Affairs Form 21-526 to submit evidence of service-related disabilities. The form must include medical records, such as a diagnosis from a doctor or other healthcare provider, and other documentation to prove service-connection.

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