Secondary Conditions for Schizophrenia
There are 6 secondary conditions linked to Schizophrenia that may qualify for VA disability compensation. If you have a service-connected rating for schizophrenia, 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 schizophrenia 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 Schizophrenia
Depression (12 linked)Anxiety (12 linked)
Substance use disorder
Cognitive impairment
Insomnia (5 linked)Weight gain/obesity (10 linked)Take the Next Step on Your Schizophrenia Claim
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