Olivia Thompson
VA Disability Guide 2026: How to Win an Insomnia Rating Secondary to Tinnitus
Many veterans live with constant ringing, buzzing, or humming in their ears long after leaving military service. For some, tinnitus does more than disrupt ...
10% to 70% VA Disability in 2025: The Elite Success Story of Navy Veteran Vernon Wingfield
For more than three decades, Navy veteran Vernon Wingfield lived with memories from the Persian Gulf War that he could not fully explain or ...
Interstitial Lung Disease VA Disability Ratings: How Lung Scarring and Breathing Problems Are Evaluated
As a veteran, you may have been exposed to environments that carry long-term health consequences. One serious condition tied to military service is interstitial ...
Panic Disorder VA Ratings: How the VA Rates Panic Attacks and What Veterans Need to Know
Panic disorder is a debilitating condition that can have a profound impact on a veteran’s daily life, affecting everything from work and relationships to ...
CAD VA Ratings Explained (2025): VA Disability Benefits for Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the most common heart conditions affecting U.S. veterans. For many, it directly impacts daily life, work ability, ...
VA Expands Community Care in 2025: 12-Month Authorizations Now Available for 30 Specialty Services
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has introduced a major improvement to its Community Care program. Beginning August 2025, veterans referred for certain specialty ...
VA Disability Rating for Thyroid Removal (2025): How to Qualify, Ratings, and Compensation Explained
Thyroid removal, also known as a thyroidectomy, can have long-term effects on a veteran’s health, including hormonal imbalance, heart issues, and mental health complications. ...
SMC-L and SMC-L1/2 Explained (2025): Does the VA Owe You More Money?
Many veterans receive standard VA disability compensation without realizing they may qualify for much higher monthly payments under Special Monthly Compensation (SMC). If your ...
VA Disability for Hip Pain Secondary to Knee Conditions: Eligibility, Ratings, and How to Prove Your Claim
Hip pain is a common and often overlooked consequence of service-connected knee injuries. For many veterans, years of compensating for knee pain, instability, or ...
USAA Direct Deposit for VA Disability: Early Payments Expected in December 2025
Veterans who rely on VA disability compensation understand the importance of timely payments. These payments help support their daily needs, including healthcare, housing, and ...
