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A short-term 100% payment provided during hospitalization, recovery from surgery, or certain intensive treatments for a service-connected condition.
A program that lets eligible military retirees receive both full VA disability pay and full military retired pay, instead of having one offset the other.
TDIU Explained
TDIU lets VA pay you at the 100% rate when your service-connected conditions keep you from holding steady work, even if your combined rating is lower. This guide explains who qualifies, how much you can earn and still keep TDIU, how TDIU compares with a 100% schedular rating, and what permanent and total (P&T) status means for you and your family. It also covers how to apply, common myths, and a checklist, with links to VA's official rules.
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