#98: Can I Get VA Disability for Chronic Pain? Learn About VA Claims for Somatic Symptom Disorder (2021)

VA Claims Insider Podcast

Many Veterans want to know: "Can I Get VA Disability for Chronic Pain?" Generally, yes, especially if the constant focus on the chronic pain leads to negative impacts in your work, life, and social functioning. We sometimes refer to this type of disability as a "Lifestyle Impact Claim." Did you know you can get VA disability benefits for Chronic Pain Syndrome, also known as Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD), and get it rated at 100% on its own? SSD or Somatic Symptom Disorder can also be filed for as secondary service connection to your current service connected disabilities. If you need some help with your VA disability claim, schedule your free 30 min no obligation strategy session right now @ https://VACIFREE30.com. You'll get to talk to one of our expert-level Veteran Coaches who can answer your questions and get you signed up for FREE to start with the VA Claims Insider Elite program.

***Video Timestamps & Resources*** ⏩ 00:00 VA Claims Insider Introduction ⏩ 00:40 We want to recognize you Veterans! ⏩ 02:28 Chronic Pain and Chronic Illnesses could fall under SSD ⏩ 04:30 What is Somatic Symptom Disorder? ⏩ 08:00 You weren't born this way ⏩ 09:45 How do I know if I'm eligible a Somatic Symptoms Disorder VA Claim? ⏩ 21:15 Get your butt to the doctor! ⏩ 26:00 Know the VA rating scale for mental health conditions ⏩ 29:15 Become a VA Claims Insider Elite memebr today ⏩ 30:30 C&P Examp Prep Tips for a Mental Health

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