Va Fl 07-01

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VA Fast Letter 07-01.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Veterans Benefits Administration

Washington, D.C. 20420

January 22, 2007

Director (00/21) All VA Regional Offices and Centers

Fast Letter 07-01

SUBJ: Claims Processing for Military Retirees Entitled to Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) and/or Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP)

Purpose

This letter provides information on the Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) and Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) Programs. This letter also provides instructions on how to process CRDP and CRSC claims. The enclosures provide a brief overview of each program with answers to frequently asked questions, and specific instructions on eligibility requirements, effective dates, retroactive payment amounts, and preparation of notification award letters.