SMC S

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1. Need a 60% rating to qualify for SMC-S

   Hello all, I've been trying to figure out a way to a rating increased to 60% so I can receive SMC-S. I'm already rated 100% P&T, hence the need for one disability to be rated at 60%. I've been looking through my ratings and I think my best bet is to try to get my 30% rating for insomnia disorder with bruxism increased to 70%. Of course, my insomnia has worsened a lot since I received a 30% rating for it in 2014 and I have extensive medical records showing how bad it's gotten. I even take Provigil now for excessive daytime sleepiness. I know there is not a specific rating criteria for insomnia so the VA rates it analogous to mental disorders. I have also been diag…

   Asked by deedub75, October 15

   • smc-s
   • insomnia
   • depression
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3. SMC (S1)

   I received this notice on eBenifits after my claim was complete. Is this a permanent deal or is this a temporary award. Entitled to special monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114, subsection (s) and 38 CFR 3.350(i) on account of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (also claimed as acquired psychiatric condition) rated 100 percent and additional service-connected disabilities of diabetes mellitus type II, right lower extremity radiculopathy (also claimed as lower extremity diabetic neuropathy), axillary cyst (claimed as cyst under arm), pseudofolliculitis barbae and tinea pedis (formerly evaluated separately as DC 7806 pseudofolliculitis barbae and DC 7820-…

   Asked by 25Unifrom50, January 17, 2018

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4. SMC’s

   I was at 100% for, 60% back, 20% left and right sciatic and femoral nerve impairment, 60% neck with left ulnar nerve impairment, 10% left knee strain, 10% Tinitis, 40% bilateral hearing and 30% PTSD. Also loss use for left foot that was part of back claim. I asked for review for all disabilities. They came back with 100% PTSD. They took away separate nerve rating of lower legs and added it to back claim. They then moved me to SMC-S. In appeal in DC is right foot drop which I was first diagnosed in 2006 by private doctor. Also loss of use for left snd right hand snd left and right shoulder and bilateral buttocks all on appeal at regional level. We are waiting for dec…

   Asked by Retired MP, May 9

   • smc
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5. Why am I still getting SMC S1?

   In February 2020 in eBenefits under the benefits tab the following was awarded to me after hernia surgery in Dec 2019 (hernia was a va comp disability; I file d for temp total disability for the convalescence time of the surgery; convalescence time was 30 days-Dr. Order). I began receiving the extra pay for the SMC- S1 in February 2021. My VA letter showed the showed the I had now been rated at 80% but with the inclusion of the SMC- S1 it is a lot more money than 80%. In May 2020 I called the VA 800 number and asked if I am still supposing to be receiving this amount of money with the SMC-S1? The guy said what's your latest letter say? I told him the amount (including …

   Asked by dmen68, April 23

   • why am i still getting smc s1?
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6. Housebound Question

   Hello all, I was re evaluated for PTSD this month and was raised to 100% for Combat related PTSD from 70% also made P&T, I have the Following conditions : Tinnitus 10%,Lumbar 10%,Radicuapathy-secondary 10%,Pes Cavus 30%,IBS 30%,Sleep apnea secondary to PTSD 50%, Should I be eligible for SMC-S Housebound ? I was wondering if I should follow a NOD or submit a new Claim? Thank you for any guidance

   Asked by Dfinnusmc, July 25, 2020

   • smc special monthly compensat
   • nod
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7. SMC (s-1)

   I may be getting ahead of myself but I received a retroactive payment today so I looked on EBenefits. It stated that I was awarded 100% T&P SMC (S-1) for a nephrectomy I had done in September due to cancer on my left kidney (Service-Connected). I have been rated at 70% T&P since 2009 for sinusitis, torn labrum, and a few other things not related to my kidney at all. I guess my question is was this payment for the 2 months I was recovering at home or is this a permanent payment I will receive in addition to my disability payment? Of course I can wait for my paperwork to get here but curiosity is killing me! SMC (S-1)Effective Date : 09/20/2019 Entitled …

   Asked by JL1310, April 25, 2020

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8. SMC-S For Surgery

   Hello All! I have been looking back though the history of my compensation claims because I and in the process of trying to get an earlier effective. I had surgery on my service connected ankle on 12/5/14 and I applied for temporary 100%. It was granted and I was paid at the 100% rate from 12/5/14 to 2/1/15. I was also given SMC-S during that same time but I didn't know this until a couple of years laters when I was looking under the benefits section in eBenefits. I am also service connected for bilateral pes planus with an effective date in October 2010. On 9/16/15, I had major surgery to basically rebuild the arch in my left foot because it was so flat to the p…

   Asked by deedub75, March 28, 2020

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9. Just approved for smcs-2

   I am currently paid 100% va disability compensation. I was just approved for smc s when i look at the table for smc s it says 3776. is that what my new payment will be or is that on top of what I already get. I just can’t seem to get a straight answer or find the info.

   Asked by markvo1987, March 5, 2020

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10. SMC-S, Returning to work Question

    So I have called peggy more than once, also the DAV. No one can seem to answer my question. I was rated TDIU P&T + SMC-S by a BVA decision in late 2017, I recently filed for an increase on my knees & back which have gotten progressively worse since the last C&P in 2013. From that request of increase I am now rated 100% P&T. I have been in Voc Rehab for the past two years and trying to get myself to at least a part time position, I am still young and I want to be productive, Not saying those that cant work aren't but when i was volunteering it was a horrible experience, I was bossed around and treated worse than cheap labor and when I couldn't do somet…

    Asked by LanceJoseph, February 20, 2020

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11. not sure what this means

    Entitled to special monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114, subsection (s) and 38 CFR 3.350(i) on account of degenerative joint disease, right wrist (also claimed as arthrodesis) rated 100 percent and additional service-connected disabilities of tinnitus, left shoulder strain, adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood claimed as post-traumatic stress disorder, painful scars, right dorsal wrist, independently ratable at 60 percent or more from 12/23/2016 to 03/01/2017. Rating Date : 12/30/2019 I dont see any change in my pay so not sure what his is.

    Asked by awfullsharky, February 11, 2020

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12. tdiu how long does it last

    I was awared 100% tdiu by the BVA going back to 8/2016 as of 2016. My question is will the continue permanently and there wasnt anything saying is was or not.I was 73 when was granted . thanks again

    Asked by stebarbar, January 27, 2020

    • combat vet
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13. SMC?

    I am currently 80% IU p& t with 2 appeals still currently active. One is at the board and the other one is having a dro review. The one at the board is a TBI appeal and my dro review is a increase for migranes, which is currently 0%. My question is if granted the max for migranes which is 50% will this open me up for any SMC?... Current ratings are as follows 70% for ptsd, 20% for left shoulder strain, 10% for left ankle sprain and 0% for migranes.

    Asked by Bluntly, April 13, 2019

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14. How to File SMC (S)

    Tidings to all, I have been a background lurker for years and have used much of the information found on hadit to assist me. Labeled: Major Depressive 70% but receive TDIU 100% Permanent and Total Stress Incontinence 40% Migraines 30% Scars 10% Lumbar 10% Tinnitus 10% Breast 0% I filed for TDIU for Major Depressive back in October 2015. I Did Receive TDIU with P&T and backpay. However, By my estimation I should have been auto "entitled" to SMC (S) according to my innerstanding based on 100% and 60%. I Filed through ebenefits asking for special monthly compensation and they sent me a VA FORM 21-2680...now according to…

    Asked by Alchemist, January 8, 2020

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15. Generic Letter From a Doctor For SMC S

    I would like to know what information I would need from a doctor's note to qualify me for SMC S, please. I am at 90%/100 TDIU 70% TBI 70% PTSD./100 TDiu 20 vision 10 tinnitus 0% headaches smc k1

    Asked by Okemos_Veteran74, April 4, 2018

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16. SMC-S PTSD CONFUSION

    CONFUSION!!!!!!!!!. For what it is worth here is a September post from a veterans wife "Hello everyone. My husband was just awarded sc for sleep apnea by the BVA. They sent it back to the RO to be awarded. This will now give him SMC-s since he is 100% for PTSD alone and the sleep apnea award will put his other combined totals above 60%. The va.gov website says he should see a change in pay in 1-2 months. Anyone with experience with this and how long did it take for your award to show up after BVA granted appeal? And do they give retro for SMC-s?" There seems to be confusion among knowledgeable veterans, advisers on different veterans forums as to wh…

    Asked by Dustoff 11, December 5, 2019

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