Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (veterans.ny.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Eligibility review for an increased VA disability compensation ratingVeterans whose service-connected disability has worsened or led to other medical conditions.
- Preparation and filing of a claim for an increased disability compensation ratingVeterans who are eligible for an increased rating from the VA.
Eligibility
Has your service-connected disability worsened since the date on which the VA granted your claim? Has your service-connected disability led to the onset of other problematic medical conditions? If the answer to either of these questions is “yes,” then you may be eligible for an increase in your VA disability compensation rating — which means a higher monthly payout for you!
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (veterans.ny.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Review whether your service-connected disability has worsened since the VA granted your claim or has led to other medical conditions.
- Contact the New York State Department of Veterans' Services Veterans Benefits Advisors for help determining eligibility.
- Work with the Veterans Benefits Advisors to prepare your claim for an increased disability compensation rating.
- Have the Veterans Benefits Advisors file your claim for an increased disability compensation rating.
What to expect
The page states that Veterans Benefits Advisors will work with you to determine if you are eligible for an increased rating from the VA. If you are eligible, they will prepare and file your claim for an increased disability compensation rating.
Contact
- Serves all of New York
Next step
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Source: New York State Department of Veterans' Services, the official New York state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
View source page (veterans.ny.gov/increasing-your-compensation-rating)
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