Secondary Conditions Explorer

Select a condition you're already rated for. We'll show you every secondary condition that could be connected to it, how strong the connection is, and how much it could add to your compensation.

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How secondary service connection works

Under § 3.310, a condition caused or made worse by a service-connected disability is itself service-connected. You need three things: a current diagnosis, a service-connected primary condition, and a doctor's opinion linking the two.

Connection strength: "Strong" means VA frequently grants this without pushback. "Moderate" means you'll likely need a solid medical opinion. "Weak" means VA often denies without strong evidence.

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38 C.F.R. § 3.310 · Secondary service connection