Secondary Conditions for Autoimmune disorders

There are 5 secondary conditions linked to Autoimmune disorders that may qualify for VA disability compensation. If you have a service-connected rating for autoimmune disorders, these conditions could be filed as secondary claims to increase your combined disability rating.

What is a secondary VA disability claim?

A secondary condition is a disability caused or aggravated by a condition you're already service-connected for. For example, if autoimmune disorders is service-connected and it causes or worsens fatigue, you can file Fatigue as a secondary claim. The VA requires a medical nexus linking the two conditions.

5 Conditions Secondary to Autoimmune disorders

Fatigue
Arthritis
Skin conditions
Depression (12 linked)Anxiety (12 linked)

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