Secondary Conditions for COPD
There are 6 secondary conditions linked to COPD that may qualify for VA disability compensation. If you have a service-connected rating for copd, 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 copd is service-connected and it causes or worsens asthma, you can file Asthma as a secondary claim. The VA requires a medical nexus linking the two conditions.
6 Conditions Secondary to COPD
Asthma (11 linked)Sleep apnea (11 linked)Depression (12 linked)Anxiety (12 linked)
Weight loss
Muscle weakness
Conditions That List COPD as Secondary
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