Preparing for Your C&P Examination
A medical examination ordered by the VA to evaluate the current severity of a veteran's claimed disability and determine if it's connected to military service.
Understanding C&P Exam (Compensation and Pension Exam)
C&P exams are performed by VA or contracted healthcare providers. The examiner reviews records, examines the veteran, and provides opinions on diagnosis, severity, and service connection. These exams heavily influence rating decisions. Veterans should be thorough about symptoms and limitations.
Examples
- 1C&P exam for knee condition claimed from service
- 2Mental health C&P for PTSD claim
- 3Requesting new exam when condition worsens
Related Terms
VA Disability Rating
A percentage assigned by the Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the severity of a service-connected disability, which determines the amount of monthly compensation.
Service Connection
The VA's determination that a veteran's disability or condition is related to their military service, which is required to receive VA disability compensation.
TDIU (Total Disability Individual Unemployability)
A VA benefit that pays veterans at the 100% disability rate when their service-connected disabilities prevent them from maintaining substantially gainful employment, even if their combined rating is less than 100%.
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