You are assigned a disability rating based on the severity of your disability . We express this rating as a percentage , representing how much your disability decreases your overall health and ability to function .We then use your disability rating to determine your disability compensation rate , so we can calculate how much money you will receive from us each month .
So what would would I expect after I get a disability ring? And what changes should I update in my information?
You should update your information with VA when you have a new address, a change to your marital status, or any other life change that could affect your rating or payment.
Has your disability gotten worse?