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The VA rating schedule written in plain English — not legal jargon. Describe your symptoms, find the right diagnostic code, and learn what evidence wins.
Search by Condition
Type a condition name, VA diagnostic code, or describe your symptoms in your own words. Our AI matches your description to the most likely diagnostic codes — no medical jargon needed.
Browse by Body System
Not sure what to search? Browse all 724 diagnostic codes organized by body system — musculoskeletal, mental health, respiratory, and more.
Explore Body Systems →Most Common VA Disability Conditions
See the top 10 service-connected disabilities by number of veterans, new filing trends, and initial approval rates from government data.
See the Rankings →PACT Act Presumptive Conditions
Were you exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, radiation, or other toxins during service? See all 82 presumptive conditions and find your diagnostic code.
Check If Your Condition Qualifies →What the Data Shows
We analyzed 810,000+ Board of Veterans' Appeals decisions to find what evidence works — grant rates, denial patterns, and the #1 finding every veteran should know.
See the Data →Appeal Outcomes by Condition
Compare grant rates, appeal wait times, and hearing impact across 715 VA disability conditions in one sortable table.
View All Outcomes →Guides & Resources
Plain-English guides to the VA benefits system — no jargon, no paywalls.
Claim Assistance — Step-by-Step
Complete 13-step guide to filing a VA disability claim. What to do, when to do it, and how our free tools help at every step.
Start Your Claim →How to Establish Service Connection
The foundation of every VA claim — the 3 elements, 4 pathways, evidence that wins, and common mistakes.
Start Here →VA Math Calculator
Calculate your combined disability rating. The VA doesn't add ratings — use our tool to see your real number.
Calculate Your Rating →Nexus Letters & IMOs
What makes a nexus letter strong enough to win? The #1 piece of evidence you can submit.
Read the Guide →Special Monthly Compensation
Extra compensation beyond the standard schedule — SMC-K, housebound, aid & attendance.
See SMC Levels →TDIU Guide
Get paid at the 100% rate if your disabilities prevent you from working.
Learn About TDIU →VA Healthcare Guide
Priority groups, copays, free services, and the rating cliffs where healthcare benefits change dramatically.
See the Guide →VA Home Care Benefits
All 16 VA programs that help veterans stay at home — home aides, caregiver stipends, housing grants, nursing home coverage, and how to get them.
See the Guide →VA Letter Interpreter (AI)
Upload your VA decision letter and get a plain-English explanation of what was decided, what it means, and what to do next.
Interpret My Letter →How the VA Actually Decides Your Claim
Why real conditions get denied. The 5 rules of the VA's paper-based system — and how to fix your claim.
Read This First →Higher-Level Review (HLR) Guide
When to file an HLR vs Supplemental Claim, the informal conference, and what to do if it fails.
Read the Guide →MST Claims Guide
Military Sexual Trauma — the relaxed evidence standard, accepted markers, what to claim, and your rights at the C&P exam.
Read the Guide →Presumptive Condition Checker
Answer 3 questions about your service to find out if your condition qualifies for presumptive service connection.
Check Now →Claims Assistant (AI)
Ask questions about your VA claim in plain English. Answers backed by 810K+ appeal decisions — not generic AI.
Ask a Question →Personal Statement Builder
Write your claim statement with guided prompts and tips from real BVA appeal data. Copy or download when done.
Build Your Statement →Effective Dates
When your rating starts — and how to protect your back pay. Rules for every claim type.
Understand the Rules →Rating Protections
The 5, 10, and 20-year rules that protect your rating from reduction.
Know Your Rights →Rating Reductions & "Poking the Bear"
Can the VA lower your rating? Your legal protections, what triggers reductions, and how to fight back.
Know the Risks →DBQ Library
The forms VA examiners use at your C&P exam — know what they'll evaluate before you walk in.
Browse DBQs →State Veterans Benefits
Property tax exemptions, free tuition, vehicle benefits — find what your state offers.
Search Your State →Painful Motion & Functional Loss
DeLuca factors, flare-ups, and ROM testing rules — critical for musculoskeletal claims.
Read the Guide →Pyramiding Rules
What you can and can't rate separately — maximize your combined rating without double-counting.
Learn the Rules →Analogous Ratings
Your condition doesn't need to be listed in the rating schedule to be rated. Here's how it works.
See Examples →Disclaimer: This tool is for informational purposes only and is not legal or medical advice. Diagnostic code criteria are sourced from 38 CFR Part 4 (Schedule for Rating Disabilities). Always consult with your VSO representative or a qualified veterans benefits attorney for guidance on your specific claim.