Special Monthly Compensation
38 USC § 1114
SMC provides additional compensation beyond regular ratings for severe disabilities like loss of limbs, blindness, or need for aid and attendance.
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SMC Overview & All Levels
SMC K-T
Includes official VA rating criteria with schedular percentages and key evidence themes on the guide page.
SMC-K: Loss of One Foot/Hand or Creative Organ
SMC-K
Includes official VA rating criteria with schedular percentages and key evidence themes on the guide page.
SMC-L: Loss of Both Feet, Both Hands, or Combination
SMC-L
Includes official VA rating criteria with schedular percentages and key evidence themes on the guide page.
Anatomical Loss of Both Hands (Full Guide)
DC 5106 + SMC-L
Includes official VA rating criteria with schedular percentages and key evidence themes on the guide page.
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