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[Billyboy]

Some one posted this

"A veteran may be rated at zero percent, meaning there is evidence of the service-connected condition, but it does not impair the veteran. An example is a minor scar. This zero percent rating, though not compensable, can be beneficial, since it may raise the veteran’s priority in other VA programs such as health care eligibility. In addition, it may be reviewed for a higher rating if the condition worsens"

Is this in the rules somewhere or just an opinion? bill

[olenavygoat]

Actually what you stated could be a bit mis-leading regarding VA Medical Center use for some new-comers Rick.

Regardless of a disability rating, all veterans (minus Category 8, making more than $27K a year?) are entitled to use the VA medical system on a wage earnings co-pay basis.

No special benefits other than medical treatment of a specific disability recognized by the VA are levied until the 10% level. Then you have a veteran preference when applying for state and federal jobs. How these points are applied depends on the state, typically 5 points for veteran, another 5 points for disability after completion/submission of Standard Form 15.

In addition to being given priority of service at your local Career Center by a Veteran Outreach Specialist or Veteran Employment representative, disabled vets can receive special attention/assistance in job readiness and search. This is what I do in Tennessee and am presently rated at 70%.

[vaf]

Got it Vike, thanks for explaining. This won't pertain to us, then.