What's the priority group system for V.A. medical benefits? Veterans who apply for V.A. medical benefits are placed in one of eight priority groups. The V.A. uses this system to decide priority in receiving certain V.A. medical benefits that are limited by budget or space.
The average short-term recovery time for a total knee replacement is about 12 weeks. Long-term Recovery Long-term recovery involves the complete healing of surgical wounds and internal soft tissues.
Time-loss / wage replacement. If you miss work because of your injury and your doctor certifies you are unable to work, L&I or your self-insured employer may pay for a portion of your lost wages, called timeâloss compensation.. However, the 3 days in a row of work immediately following your injury are considered a waiting period.