What does it mean to be a catastrophically disabled Veteran?
We may consider you to be catastrophically disabled if you have a severely disabling injury, disorder, or illness that permanently impacts your ability to perform daily tasks. You may need help to leave your home or bed or constant supervision to avoid physical harm.
To determine if you qualify, a VA health care provider must review your medical records or give you a free medical exam. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA health care.
You can request an evaluation in 1 of these ways:
- Submit a Catastrophically Disabled Veteran Evaluation and Approval form (VA Form 10-0383)
Get VA Form 10-0383 to download - Contact the enrollment coordinator at your nearest VA health facility
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We must evaluate you within 30 days of your request.
If we determine you’re a catastrophically disabled Veteran, you’ll be enrolled in VA health care if you’re eligible.
You’ll be put in priority group 4 unless you’re eligible for a higher group based on other factors.