Secondary Conditions for Neck Conditions
There are 7 secondary conditions linked to Neck Conditions that may qualify for VA disability compensation. If you have a service-connected rating for neck conditions, 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 neck conditions is service-connected and it causes or worsens restless leg syndrome, you can file Restless leg syndrome as a secondary claim. The VA requires a medical nexus linking the two conditions.
7 Conditions Secondary to Neck Conditions
Restless leg syndrome
Somatic symptom disorder
Vertigo
Migraines (16 linked)Radiculopathy (11 linked)Depression (12 linked)Anxiety (12 linked)Take the Next Step on Your Neck Conditions Claim
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