Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)
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- 0:57 What is Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)? Who is it for?
2:23 How do SMC payments work?
3:30 Special Monthly Compensation Rates 2019
4:34 What are the different levels of SMC?
6:46 How to File for SMC (Is there a Special Monthly Compensation form?)
8:08 SMC(k) and the meaning of “Loss or Loss of Use”
10:21 SMC(s) and the meaning of “Housebound”
12:05 SMC(l) through SMC(o)
14:51 The meaning of “Aid and Attendance”
16:58 Combining multiple levels of SMC
18:03 SMC Half Steps: SMC with other service-connected disabilities
20:03 SMC(r1) and SMC (r2)
22:57 SMC(t) for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that requires aid and attendance
24:34 Takeaways & Final Thoughts
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Hi everyone! Thanks for watching. Feel free to leave a question in the comments if you need help decoding the alphabet soup of SMC.
What is this statute and/or code that is mentioned at the tail end of the SMC-related video, and where can it be found?
@@TEKFIT1 it is 38 USC 1114 and it can be found here: www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/38/1114
Great presentation Ma'am . Trying to get a straight answer from VA on this subject is like trying to herd cats.
I asked them "When my COPD goes to 100% and I already have another condition rated at 60%, and others at 30% and I have been deemed PTD permanently totally disabled, will I qualify for SMC?" They get real huff, "SIR WE DO NOT MAKE DECISIONS OVER THE PHONE." I tried to be calm with them, good luck..
So my question is " I will soon have a 100% rating for COPD (on 02 24/7) and other rating of 60%, will the qualification be automatic? Or do I have to file for the SMC?"
Fire 🔥 lovely and smart lafndies
is it possible to get rates for Mal practice were committed which caused amputation of leg ? refusing proper medication for prophet . prescribing cancer causing medications 5months beyond the date the FDA informed the VA to cease?
You ladies are awesome! Thanks to you all for being so informative and helpful! I am so appreciative of Lexi Brown and the other members of the CC&K team! A truly amazing group of individuals! A superior tool to help with your claims!
Absolutely awesome. Well presented. You ladies made my day.
I SWEAR, THIS COUNTRY NEVER CEASES TO AMAZE ME! NEVER HEARD OF THIS! 100% SINCE 2017, PAID 2019...
Excellent job...keep informing us!!!!!
@Johnny Webster, thank you for watching! We are glad you enjoy our videos!
Thanks! I got some clarity listening to this.
Wow, great explanation. One year ago post. Thank you.
Thank you
For this information
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Amazing vid. Thanks.
Thank you Thank you for being here. We have needed your knowledge in all the different medical conditions that my Hubby has. We need you help. He is 100% but he doesn't get the income that a neighbor that gets
60% gets. I do not mean we are greedy but we dont have a vehicle that can take him to appt. He never never leaves the home. He. I am needing help.
I would contact a VA social worker for resources. Also, reach out to a VSO (Veteran Service Organization) such as the DAV (Disabled American Veteran),
American Legion, etc. They can guide you & help you file paperwork for free. In addition, does your husband get Medicaid or Medicare? I believe the provide medical transportation for free. Contact your nearest Department of Social Services.
Excellent explanations. I tried to go from 90% to UI. I ended getting 100%, and it ended up as SMC S. I didn't try for the 100% or SMC. The mental health doctor recommended me for this. During my conversation with the doctor I told him I rarely leave my house because I don't feel comfortable out in the public. This is the truth, but I didn't expect to get a higher rating or SMC out of it.
I have a question about this. So I am 100% disabled as far as benefits go, but not the pay, but I'm SMC S? It's easier to explain to people that I'm 100% disabled. Trying to explain to people that I am SMC S gets tricky.
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Outstanding presentation Ladies!
I hurt my hand by trauma in November 2017. It is my dominant hand. I pay someone to clean for me as I can’t. From the first time I walked into the ER I was misdiagnosed. To make a long story short, and show how long it took them to diagnose. My first surgery didn’t happen until January 2019 and my 2nd surgery to correct the first one was feb 2020. I filed a torte claim and wondered if I did the right thing. I can’t use 2 of my fingers 1 is deformed and chronic pain. I will never be able to play the piano again. Did I do the right thing???? I can use my thumb and pointer. Thank you for sharing ladies🙏 I get 70% with 100% unemployability I don’t understand the difference. You ladies are the bomb. Should I hire a lawyer????
So we need to lawyer up if we are 100 PT&T if we want to go for smc? I have plenty of evidence but will they try and reduce my ratings with medical appointments?
I'm getting SMC L, but was in increased to SMC P. I can not find anything about SMC P, but I saw on a forum that is concerned to be a 1/2 step in the process. Is this correct? I'm in the process of SMC T claim; I have two SMC O's and at a 94 for my third O. This is my understanding that I have to get three O's to reach SMC T. Is this correct as well?
How does the va look at service connection for scitzophrenia to include tramatic brain injury rated at 100% as a single disibility because the symptoms overlap ...do I qualify for smc t
what Smci s given to. TBI and how to apply for retro.
How do i get out of VA housebound status if the VA is endangering my mental health care?
I had knee replacement surgery and given temporary SMC For housebound for a year . Since then I was rated 100% permanent due my hands that bump me up from 90 to 100 . Currently I am still in rehabilitation for my knee and Now i don’t have total use of my hands . The decision later didn’t award me SMC . What can I do .
Had a tbi but was not recognize until after years ago am I able too get compensation for that
What would my smc rating be if I have a loss if a lime and migraine and needing care aid and I have tdiu
Hi, I am rated at 100% p&t for PTSD and receive smc k, I also have two other conditions rated at 10% each. I was denied secondary sleep apnea eventhough I have a nexus letter from va. Should I appeal because 50% would bring to the amount for smc a but do the 10% Need to be related to the 50% sleep apnea. I don't want to waist time and money for a new nexus if I won't qualify. Thanks
If I have CVD followed by stroke after a year, can I apply for 2 SMC.
I have lower extremities for feet knees and ankles plus A @ A should i be rated higher than L1/2?
I hear you
If your car rating totals over 300 percent with 50 ptsd should I look into filing smc-s ?
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I am single Mom no child support
I get DIC $480 is that correct $
My daughter's death military ...
Do I qualify for SMC-S if I’m 100% PTSD P&T and really don’t leave my home? I notice I just got my decision a few days ago by I guess I wasn’t considered for SMC-S.
Can peripheral nerothropy in the feet be eligible for SMC (loss of use)??
I have 100 pt for major depressive disorder and 20% for mobility of left knee do qualify?
Can you work on outside job if you have smc L or SMC -s?
Thank you for this great information. I noticed that the additional amount for TDIU with a spouse and SMC-S with a spouse is the same amount. Would a married Veteran receive the spouse benefit for TDIU and for SMC-S, or is the spouse benefit only applied once?
I was just approved for SMC-S (100% + 60%)...the answer to my question is that the Spouse Benefit is only applied to Rated Compensation, not to SMC-S. Thank you.
Can you work with Smc s
Can you get the SMC R1 bacause of a TBI?
Does this apply to survivors of Veterans?
What's the difference between smc-l and smc-r1
I'm currently 100% total and permanent, within my ratings I am 100% PTSD. My wife totally take care of me, i.e, bathing, feeding, help me with my daily living. My question is do I qualify for Aid and Attendance?
I'd like to know as well about aid & attend if I qualify as I am similar condition. Recently spent 6 months in hospital after amputation of meta carpal of left foot. Currently in wheelchair basically home bound from both physical and mental disorders . Along with 100%, I'm getting SMC-k with loss of use of body part (Ed). Would my amputation put me in another smc category?
No because that's what your wife is supposed to do. Common man
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SMC S fir house bound. My friend just got SMC S for 100% rated for PTSD. If you have 60% with your 100% you should have gotten SMC S.
@@cassiuswilliams6633I am 100% p&t with 70% major depressive disorder. I am in bed all day, rarely leave the house, really need some assistance. How do I go about documenting or gathering evidence to support a claim for SMC?
I GET SMC K AT 0% TWICE, MY CONDITION IS LOSS OF USE FOR ED,I CURRENTLY USE EDEX STARTED BY USING 5MG TO 10MG NOW I USE 20MG, HOW DO I GET AN INCREASE SINCE MY DOSAGE IS HIGHER
Does the VBA pay BACK PAY for an smc-s award?
I have a question 100 rate for ptsd a pant for lupus I get aid an attend a have 3 stroke koß of use for hand I can't eat by mouth or talk but I don't see nothing about abilty to eat or talk I don't receive nothing but aana what do I do
Is SMC K the same as Aid & Attendance?
If your spouse qualified for SMC but recently passed can you still get help?
I'm a vet, either tinnitus. It is getting worse. When I mis that with sleep apnea. Acid reflux, two failed surgeries, arthritis on spine back hands, feet, prostate leading to out 9f control urinating, which makes sleep difficult, depression, losing several friends and family. Losing my commercial pilot and drivers lic. From sleep apnea, cant work. Tinnitus combined with these other things. 3ould I be on line for 100%
My 52 yr old son was told that he will have Dementia in about 1 year from the benzodiazepine withdrawal when he starts next year due to long-term useage by INCOMPETANT VA Drs. Would he be eligible for SMC raise ? I submitted a comment earlier for Mark Arsanis/Joseph Arsanis
Can you appeal a decision on SMC ,
If we don't have to file.for it, why are they not paying. My dad had his leg amputated, yet VA never spoke of SMC.
Please contact a VA social worker for guidance & help.
can a heart attack and a stroke qualify fora temporary 100% condition?
Yo tengo unas preguntas yo tengo cien por ciento por ptsd por als por aphonia ahorra tengo tambien problema respiratorio tengo sleep apnea tengo asthma tengo tyroide tengo condiciones nerviosas que debo hacer sin que me perjudique todas son service connected
Can a veteran recieving housebound (SMC(S)) also be qualified for another SMC and or stackable SMC?, say extra disabilities add up to that 60 percent aside from the 100 from one disability?? And or qualify for another SMC Say aid an attendance for memory loss and wife takes care of the daily stuff for the veteran like appointments and food ect
I'm currently 100% scheduler with 50 percent bilateral hearing loss, 50 depression and anxiety do I qualify for SMC?
There are several ways to qualify for Special Monthly Compensation. The different types of compensation are split into levels: check it out here: cck-law.com/blog/special-monthly-compensation-explained/
My current rating is SMC-P1. Loss of use of both feet plus an additional 50% PTSD. I was granted another separate single 100% bowel incontinence. Will the 100% bowel incontinence be considered for aid and attendance or do I need to apply for aid and attendance?
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I am 100 %p&t and hosebound for deafness my smc is $119.00 per month is this correct
Can you work if 100%PTSD and were awarded SMC S (ptsd) and k (lost of use). With also an overall rating of 100%P&T?
You can but is it worth it. Really read what 💯 PTSD is and really read what SMC-S you are. 1 or 2
Thank you for the great information you answered some of my questions I do have TB I and have started experiencing Non epileptic's seizures and/or minor strokes they thought word due to some of the medications they had me on when I changed VA hospitals because I had to move Where I had around-the-clock care It has been nothing but a fight with the VA I do receive the $3104 for the 90% and the permanent total unemployability The VA has not altered my payment automatically what do I need to do to see if I qualify I do have some of the other Disability you listed I am not blind but my eyes are very light center to I have short term memory loss or confusion And as I'm sure you all know dealing with the VA is a fight And my physical condition has gone to the point where it is hard for me to continue fighting with them
Thank very much because I told a vso
Hi I'm 100% disabled where I have more items in my claim but I'm already at 100. I have 70% for TBI and PTSD, can I still apply for SMC?
im wondering if i can get it for severe tinnitus
Can my husband receive SMC for loss of use of sexual organ along with his Deep Depression wigth Anxiety??
If qualified for one or more of the SMC. Does it mean we lose our current disability pay and it’s replaced by the SMC pay.
I'm 100% single dx for Lung disease. I don't have 60% additional rates. Only 20% additional. Can I get smc s?
How to qualify for retroactive SMC
How about bi lateral hearing loss.
If you are 100% P&T and a doctor filled out the required forms will the VA require new C&P exams?
Can a spouce get SMC.
My husband is deceased. He had a transplant,ant. He should have gotten SMC.can I on his behalf request what he should have gotten.he lost two organs. Does that apply to spouces as ell.
ED Applied and denied. Agent Orange eligible with two MIs and T2. What is my next step?
I was in the US Army, 19 Delta Cavscout June-October 2001. I got hurt, but the injury healed a month later, but they did also get me for respiratory problems which is listed as preexisting condition, a MED-200 discharge. You can only get benefits from VA if you got a MED-40 or were in the military for at least 2 years! So basically if you don't fulfill your Commitment they give you nothing. Sucks.
Get a good lawyer. There are guys getting it straight out of basic now
@@RedEmpire36 I did 4 years I had 2 months left in the Army was struck with an ax over the head . I spent 6 weeks in the Hospital they cleared me assigned a driver to drive me home was never given a Medical discharge and had to go through the VA to obtain 100 % took 15 years. Do you think a lawyer would take my case in getting awarded a Military discharge? Every time I talk to one they want like 5 grand and I’m not handing 5 grand to anyone not knowing the outcome. This happened in 1989 so I see lots of back pay and should be token on contingency
@@LLJR the way I have seen it around here is like you said take it on contingency and then either 10% or often a year of what the backpay amount is, all depends on the lawyer. I wouldn't pay out of pocket personally but it is harder and harder to find one for your purpose. Also retroactive medical discharges with pay at only 4 years time in service are very hard to come by.
What book are you referencing?
Hello I receive SMC (S-1) and (K-1) but I really need to talk with someone that knows about this to help me, how can I contact you?
Thanks for what you do Q. If you are receiving home bound due to 50%back injury compensation and are receiving100% PTSD, are you eligible for aid and attended and what would one needs to do?
I recieve SMC(L) Aid and Attendance. You wil need to have a caregiver. Look at VA Form 21-2680 and go from there to see if you are in need of this benefit. I have a 24/7 live-in caregiver. I'm in real bad shape. I went from SMC(S) in 2017 to SMC(L) in 2019. Your doctor is supposed to fill out this VA form for you on your visit to her or him.
@@livininmexico3811 Does the va pay additional benefits for people who meet the criteria for more than one smc?
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How does VA Form 21-2680 for Aid and Attendance versus SMC?
@Cashflo 41, applying for SMC does not require you to submit a specific form to VA. Rather, VA should consider your eligibility for SMC any time it is reasonably raised by your record. For more information, please check out our blog: cck-law.com/news/cck-live-special-monthly-compensation-smc/
I'm 100% pt for PTSD and am receiving SMC for 6 other service connected disabilities. One of the 6 is rated at 50% disabled and the others are in increments of 20%, 20% and 2 of 10%. 1 is 0%. Obviously that totals up to more then 60%, but that's the percentage I get because the VA combined all of the 6 to come up with the 60% rating for SMC. I don't know if I should have this looked into if it's wrong or right, but my question is, if I get new disabilities like ED does that get me another SMC for loss of organ?
Yes. But a hundred and some dollars isn’t worth poking the bear.
With Smc (s) are u automatically unemployable ?
what does this mean Permanent and Total Determination Review Needed for 810-631R Review Need for Reevaluation
How did this turn out? Were you P&T and got reevaluated? Or did they call for reevaluation after you applied for SMC?
Great video and information!
I have just been awarded SMC-L for aid and attendance(using my 100% P & T rating). The VA did not bump it up using the remaining 320% of VA rated disabilities. Should I send a VA-21-4138 and ask for an audit or do a supplemental claim and attach the calculations I did on an excel spreadsheet?
Thanks 🙏
Is smc- L paid with va disability
To everyone you will get SMC S and as your conditions worsen your SMC levels will increase. You will be starwith housebound first. TBI is one that will go up passing the rest level R-2 level. Ibhad to submit for SMC and they started me with SMC level S. Now I'm seek a higher level for mental health snd head trauma that is service related. 10:13
Hi I’m a disabled veteran I’m rated at 70% and 100% unemployable I have had 11 surgeries on left and right knees I have a lower back problems just told I have restless leg and I have shoulder and hip problems I have been getting lots of injections for all my disabilities can I get extra for any of my conditions ?
What SMC letter applies for soldiers that have SMT Sexual Military Trauma?
While there is no particular level of SMC for MST claims, veterans can receive VA disability benefits for conditions that stem from MST, such as PTSD: cck-law.com/blog/military-sexual-trauma-mst-claims/
Does the vereran need to apply for SMC, or is it can utomatic payment.
Hello!
VA should automatically give you Special Monthly Compensation if you qualify for it. You do not have to apply. If, however, you believe you qualify for SMC but are not receiving it, you can call your VA regional office or contact an attorney.
Give us a call at (888) 559-1385 to see if we can help.
Have a great day!
Can a surviving spouse at age 88 avail from va this benefits?... Please consider.
Do you have a video on CRSC?
Mr. Davis we do have a blog on the subject matter. Check it out for more information: cck-law.com/blog/what-is-combat-related-special-compensation/
Simple question. If I filed a V. A. Claim for PTSD (combat-related to Vietnam service) and my claim is denied will I pay your firm a one time fee for representing me based on a monthly payment amount or will I have to have continue to pay you a percentage of my monthly benefit checks? What is the percentage rate you charge veterans for your services.
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Hello, I am a disabled veteran 100%TDIU. Recently I have suffered from a lost of right leg (BKA). How to I apply for SMC?
What, where and how do I find out what SMC do I fall into? Thanks
Thank you for reaching out. Please check out our blog for more information : cck-law.com/blog/special-monthly-compensation-explained/#:~:text=SMC%20(T)%20compensates%20veterans%20who,be%20eligible%20for%20(T).
My husband is a Vietnam Vet 75 and was exposed to agent orange. He is in hospice care for alzheimers (2009) Involuntary movements (2021) and Parkinsonism (2023). Because he is in more need for nursing care at home (he is total care bed bound for the last 2 1/2 years) we have requested to expedite his claim and submitted requested documents from hospice. Is a very frustrating process. I need help.
What if you you having a knee replacement
So my question is " I will soon have a 100% rating for COPD (on 02 24/7) and other rating of 60%, will the qualification be automatic? Or do I have to file for the SMC?"
@usmcretired2112, generally speaking, VA should automatically give you Special Monthly Compensation if you qualify for it. You do not have to apply. If, however, you believe you qualify for SMC but are not receiving it, you can call your VA regional office or contact an attorney.
@@CCK_Law Thank you very much for the reply. I'm currently waiting for the VA tp schedule a C&P, which is touch and go with this virus situation.
If a Veteran is housebound and has a caregiver that helps with daily living does the Veteran qualify for ( SMC)?
@William White, veterans may be able to receive SMC(S) is if they are housebound due to their disabilities and may need aid and attendance. To learn more, check out our blog: cck-law.com/news/cck-live-special-monthly-compensation-smc/
Hello, I am currently 100% IUTotal and Permanent service connected with my Lower Back condition and I am 70% with somatic symptoms with depressive dormandent chronic pain secondary to my service connected condition. Now can I file a reconcileraton on my 70% service connected because I have new evidence on my claim. So if I get a total of 100% will I then qualify for SMC
File a supplementary claim on that with new evidence. If don't a favorable decision file an appeal and use an appeal lawyer for it probably to get your benefits on track and more
Hello. So i'll be retired next year and i'm going to be 100% on account of a permanent colostomy. Would that be counted for any type of SMC?
need a whole lot of doing almost every thing, never needed spm, teninitis, sleep apnea, mental health, stroke took out my rt side, o have 130% nly
Can you get SMC "S" and SMC "K" at the same time ?
@kenndeaux317, SMC under Level S is given instead of being compensated at the 100-percent rate, not in addition to that type of compensation. You can, however, receive both Level S compensation and Level K (loss or loss of use) compensation if you qualify for both. For more information, please visit: cck-law.com/news/special-monthly-compensation-explained/
Interesting... I retired in 1997 with a 20% disability and now, I have a 60% Disability for other areas of my body for knees, lower lumbar, tinnitus, and shoulder but have a 0% for a loss of a reproductive organ while on active duty in 1981, but have never been compensated for such a loss or have received SMC of any level. I did 20 years of active duty. Please advice, and Thank you in advance.
You need to be at 100%… With all of your issues does any of that affect you mentally? Do you have any anxiety? Look at the mental health scale... Do you exhibit any of those symptoms…? Keep in mind the hallucinations is also feeling something that may not necessarily be there… Make sure you look up the definitions for the symptoms as well sometimes we experience things but do not realize that we actually qualify
Is it possible for a veteran to stack SMC R1 and SMC T if all the conditions apply?
@Claribel Yes. SMC (t) is paid in addition to any compensation you are receiving
@@CCK_Law thanks. Many blessings to you and thank you for all you do for the vets
Hi 3 year’s ago I had my prostate removed do to prostate cancer.I have tried all medications and still have ED.Can I file a claim for SMC .l have had a 100% disabled status for over 10 years.So having lost a reproduction organ and the use of a connected body part an i eligible to file a claim?I served in Vietnam in 1969 with the 101st airborne infantry and was exposed to agent orange.I have filled once and they have denied my claim saying it was not service connective.How can I fight this.
Appeal the claim you filled. The A always denies the first claim. They are crooked, and this is one of the schemes they pull.
Hell,I was rated 100% P&T back in 2010. Then I got an additional 60% rating in 2017. Does this qualify me for SMC "S" statutory house bound?
@DavidBrown, For more information check out our blog here :cck-law.com/blog/newsspecial-monthly-compensation-series-smcs/
You can get SMC-S if you are 100% for one disability by itself and 60% or more for additional disabilities, with no need to be housebound or in need of care.
Retired Or can be In relatable “combined” disabilities!
SMC is supposed to be rated with all claims! It is automatic with certain disability or diseases! Like diabetes, and often times medications can cause ED, that would be the loss of use of a sexual organ!
I have respertory, I am now on oxygen and respertory treatment daily. How would my condition be considered under disability? My disability rating is 65 or 70 percent.
Contact martensphils@gmail.com for specialization.
If you are on oxygen and service connected for respiratory. You should be getting 100%
I was told my gallbladder needed to be removed is that a lost of function? or taken and no longer in use
@king Dawg, for more information regarding loss of use, please check out our blog: cck-law.com/news/cck-live-special-monthly-compensation-smc/
1 just got my 100% P & T disability rating. If I file for CRSC would it decrease my 100% benefits?
No
Can you tell me how does sexual dysfunction for females works with SMC?
@MP B, SMC might apply for loss of use of a reproductive organ. VA disability ratings for this can be found under Diagnostic Codes 7617-7620. The full schedule of ratings for gynecological conditions can be found here: www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/38/4.116
Hello mam i am 100 % veteran permanent and totally disabled can i apply for smc (special monthly compensstion) due to diabetes with damage kidney and im under dialysis thank you.
You should already be getting paid SMC due to you being P&T!