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Select the service-connected conditions you want to evaluate for VA compensation. You can choose one or several — the tool walks through each one.

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PTSD / Mental Health
PTSD, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder
DC 9411
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Back & Spine
Lumbar, cervical, thoracic strain, DDD, radiculopathy
DC 5235
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Knee Conditions
Instability, limitation of motion, meniscus, patella
DC 5257
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Tinnitus & Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears, noise-induced hearing loss
DC 6260
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Sleep Apnea
Obstructive, central, CPAP requirement
DC 6847
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Migraines / Headaches
Prostrating attacks, frequency, duration
DC 8100
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TBI
Traumatic brain injury, cognitive effects
DC 8045
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Hypertension
High blood pressure, cardiovascular
DC 7101
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Shoulder Conditions
Rotator cuff, impingement, instability
DC 5201
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Skin Conditions
Eczema, dermatitis, scars, burn pit exposure
DC 7800+
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Respiratory
Asthma, rhinitis, sinusitis, burn pit/PACT Act
DC 6602
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Feet & Ankles
Plantar fasciitis, pes planus, ankle instability
DC 5276
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Building your compensation summary...

Applying 38 CFR Part 4 criteria to your responses

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Estimating your compensation levels
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Identifying related conditions
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Translating to VA terminology
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Generating C&P exam tips
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Drafting personal statement
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