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When
is my check delivered? A check covering the initial
amount due under this award will be mailed within 15 days. Thereafter, checks will be delivered at the beginning of
each month for the prior month,
How can I receive
hospitalization and outpatient treatment? Veterans who have one or more
service-connected disabilities as determined by the Veterans Benefits Administration are eligible for medical care through
the VA health care system. If you are interested in obtaining VA medical care, you may contact your nearest VA health
care facility or the VA Enrollment Service Center at 1-877-222-8387.
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How can
I receive dental treatment? If you are evaluated as
100% disabled for service-connected disabilities or as 100% disabled because of individual unemployability, you may be eligible
for VA dental treatment. For additional information, contact your nearest VA Medical Center or Outpatient Clinic.
How can I receive additional compensation
or dependents? Veterans having 30% or more service-connected
condition may be entitled to additional compensation for a spouse, dependent parents, or unmarried children under 18 (or under
23 if attending an approved school) or when prior to age 18 the has become permanently incapable of self-support because of
mental or physical defect. The additional benefit for a spouse is payable in a higher amount upon receipt of evidence
establishing that the spouse is a patient in a nursing home or so disabled as to require the aid and attendance of another
person.
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How can
I receive increased benefits based on individual unemployability? If your service-connected disabilities are seriously disabling and you are unable to secure and hold
steady work, employment because of your disabilities, you may apply to receive total disability. To apply for this benefit,
you should contact the nearest VA office and complete VA Form 21-8940, “Veteran’s Application for Increased Compensation
Based on Unemployability.”
How can I receive a clothing allowance? You may be eligible if, because of a service-connected disability, you wear or
use a prothetic device or orthopedic appliance which tends to wear out or tear clothing. You may also be eligible is
a doctor has prescribed medication for a service-connected skin condition, and the medication causes irreparable damage to
your outer garments. To apply for the benefit, contact the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service at your nearest VA Medical
Center or Outpatient Clinic.
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