Secondary conditions for Bipolar disorder
There are 6 secondary conditions linked to Bipolar disorder that may qualify for VA disability compensation. If you have a service-connected rating for bipolar disorder, 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 are already service-connected for. For example, if bipolar disorder is service-connected and it causes or worsens depression, you can file Depression as a secondary claim. The VA requires a medical nexus linking the two conditions.
6 conditions secondary to Bipolar disorder
Depression (12 linked)Anxiety (12 linked)
Substance use disorder
Cognitive impairment
Medication side effects (9 linked)Insomnia (5 linked)Take the next step on your Bipolar disorder claim
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