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Going beyond 100%, achieving higher monthly payments with Special Monthly Compensation
You’ve fought hard for your country, and when your service to the United States has left you with a life-changing disability, you’re entitled to veterans’ benefits, with payment amounts based on a disability rating. For many severely impaired veterans, achieving a 100% disability rating is the goal, as such a rating provides a higher, stable monthly income.
But it is also possible to receive more than the monthly rate for 100% disability through the receipt of Special Monthly Compensation, also known as SMC. SMC provides further compensation for veterans rated as 100% disabled who are significantly limited due to specific service-related disabilities.
Medical Conditions That May Make You Eligible For Special Monthly Compensation
Some common medical conditions that may qualify you for special monthly compensation include:
- Loss of the use of your arms or legs.
- Blindness.
- Needing daily help from others for basic activities such as cooking, cleaning, bathing, and medication management.
- Being permanently bedridden (unable to leave your bed).
- Loss of control of urinary function.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will The VA Automatically Award Me The Correct Amount Of SMC?
Not necessarily. By law, the VA is required to award the full amount of Special Monthly Compensation for which a veteran qualifies. But even the best, well-intentioned VA raters can easily miss qualification for Special Monthly Compensation, as eligibility rules can be complex and nuanced.
While these mistakes can impact your compensation, an experienced VA-accredited attorney from Nabors Law Group can review your file and make sure that all SMC for which you qualify is being paid.
Does My Limb Need To Be Amputated For Me To Qualify For SMC?
No, not at all. Due to the way the law is written, there is a common misconception that a limb has to be amputated or missing for you to qualify for Special Monthly Compensation. In fact, Special Monthly Compensation is also available to veterans who experience the loss of function in a limb, for example, if you can no longer use your legs.
Have Questions About SMC? Reach Out To Nabors Law Group Today
Unsure if you qualify for Special Monthly Compensation, or unsure if you’re being paid enough? Since 2008, attorney William Nabors has helped deserving, disabled veterans just like you apply for all of the compensation their losses and sacrifices truly merit.
Have questions, or in need of legal guidance? Reach out to Nabors Law Group for an initial review of your case and VA benefits. Let’s help you apply for the compensation you need and deserve.
