{"id":905,"date":"2023-02-21T13:30:14","date_gmt":"2023-02-21T18:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=905"},"modified":"2025-12-18T18:59:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T23:59:04","slug":"va-benefits","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/veterans\/va-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"VA Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>VA Benefits for Veterans With Mesothelioma<\/h2>\n<p>U.S. veterans diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease like <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a> may be eligible to access benefits through the VA. These include financial and medical benefits that can greatly help veterans after a diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Common mesothelioma veterans benefits include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Disability benefits<\/li>\n<li>Health care coverage<\/li>\n<li>Mesothelioma treatments at VA hospitals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Veterans with mesothelioma can access these benefits if they were not dishonorably discharged, were exposed to asbestos during military service, and got sick as a result.<\/p>\n<p>The Mesothelioma Hope team can help you start pursuing VA benefits and other financial payouts right now. Download our <strong>Free Veterans Compensation Guide<\/strong> for more information.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"18414\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque default-alt image-left has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"default-alt\">.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt{margin:60px auto;max-width:315px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt>a{background:#100134;display:block;padding:20px;border-radius:10px;color:#fff;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt img{margin:0 auto 20px;max-width:150px;width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt .image-fade{position:relative}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt .image-fade img{position:relative;z-index:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt .image-fade:after{content:\"\";background:#100134;background:linear-gradient(0deg, #100134 0%, rgba(16,1,52,0) 100%);filter:progid:DXImageTransform.Microsoft.gradient(startColorstr=\"#100134\",endColorstr=\"#100134\",GradientType=1);position:absolute;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;height:50px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt .vque-content{font-size:16px;text-align:center}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt strong.subheading{display:block;line-height:1;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:5px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt strong.heading{font-size:20px;display:block;margin:0 0 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt ul{font-size:16px;text-align:left;list-style:none;max-width:265px;line-height:1.4;margin:15px auto 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt ul li{padding-left:28px;margin-bottom:10px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt ul li:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt ul li:before{font-family:\"mesohope\" !important;font-display:swap;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;-webkit-font-smoothing:antialiased;-moz-osx-font-smoothing:grayscale;content:\"\\e904\";border:none;position:absolute;left:0;top:0px;background:#0FAEBF;width:20px;height:20px;border-radius:20px;line-height:20px;text-align:center;font-size:12px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt strong.button.arrow{width:100%}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt{max-width:620px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt>a{padding:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt>a>div{display:block;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;flex-direction:row-reverse}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt>a>div img{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt>a>div>div{padding:0 25px 0 0;width:41%}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt>a .vque-content{width:59%;padding:30px;text-align:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt img{max-width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt strong.subheading{font-size:16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt strong.heading{font-size:24px;margin:0 0 16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt ul{max-width:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt strong.button.arrow{width:auto}}<\/style><a href=\"\/veterans-guide\/\" title=\"Veterans Compensation\u00a0Guide\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Veterans Compensation\u00a0Guide Ad\" data-desktop-image=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad.png\"><div><div><div class=\"image-fade\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"236\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mesothelioma veteran support guide\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad.png 236w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad-55x55.png 55w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 236px) 100vw, 236px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"subheading\">Free Downloadable Guide<\/strong><strong class=\"heading\">Veterans Compensation\u00a0Guide<\/strong><ul>\n<li>File for VA benefits<\/li>\n<li>Increase your disability rating<\/li>\n<li>Receive legal compensation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Guide\">Get Your Free Guide<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"types\">Types of VA Benefits for Mesothelioma<\/h2>\n<p>VA benefits help <a href=\"\/veterans\/\">veterans with mesothelioma<\/a> pay for many different types of care. For example, you may be able to receive low-cost medical care or financial compensation for lost wages. The VA will carefully assess your claim to determine whether you qualify for certain benefits.<\/p>\n<h3>Disability Compensation<\/h3>\n<p>Disability compensation is a tax-free monthly benefit that provides guaranteed income supplements to veterans. The VA will determine whether a veteran can receive <a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/disability\/\">disability benefits<\/a> \u2014 and if so, how much \u2014 based on the severity of their disease and how their condition is expected to progress.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>For 2026, married veterans with mesothelioma can receive <strong>$4,158.17 per month<\/strong>\u00a0if they qualify for 100% disability.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The Mesothelioma Hope team can help file disability claims for those not receiving benefits or increase existing VA disability payouts for veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-shortcode-container\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.video-shortcode-container{margin:40px 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.header{padding-bottom:35px;margin-bottom:50px}.what-next ol{column-count:2}.what-next ol>li{margin-bottom:25px}}<\/style><script defer type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/iframe_api\"><\/script><div class=\"what-next\" data-video-name=\"Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope\">\n\t\t\t        \t<div class=\"header\">\n\t\t\t        \t\t<strong>What would you like to do now?<\/strong>\n\t\t\t        \t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/MH-logo.png\" alt=\"Mesothelioma Hope Logo\" class=\"no-lazyload\" \/>\n\t\t\t        \t<\/div>\n\t\t\t        <\/div><div id=\"oscar-video-29860\" class=\"youtube-video-place embed-wrap-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope Video Thumbnail\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mesothelioma-VA-Benefits-for-Veterans-603x337.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" width=\"603\" height=\"337\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mesothelioma-VA-Benefits-for-Veterans-603x337.jpg\" alt=\"Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope Video Thumbnail\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" width=\"603\" height=\"337\" \/><\/noscript><button type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Youtube Video\" class=\"embed-play\" data-youtube-url=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UFKnucQPW9k\" data-embed-id=\"UFKnucQPW9k\" data-video-category=\"veterans\" data-ce-category=\"Video\" data-ce-label=\"Play Button of Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Play Video<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"under-video-text\"><p>Major Jonathan Nelson (Ret) explains how veterans with mesothelioma can access key VA benefits, including VA disability compensation, VA health care, and travel reimbursement for treatment. <a href=\"#\" data-collapsed=\"true\" title=\"Click to read Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope transcript \" class=\"show-more\" data-ce-category=\"Video\" data-ce-label=\"Read Transcript of Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope\">View Transcript.<\/a><\/p><p class=\"duration\">Duration: <strong>1 min 10 sec<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"video-transcript\"><p>Mesothelioma treatment can be very expensive, and traveling to receive treatment can add even more financial strain. Fortunately, veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma are often eligible for VA disability benefits as well as VA health care. The VA may also provide travel reimbursement for care related to VA treatment.<\/p>\n<p>The VA is highly experienced in caring for veterans with mesothelioma. Because so many service members were exposed to asbestos during their military careers\u2014particularly between the 1930s and the 1980s\u2014the VA has had to become very knowledgeable in treating this disease.<\/p>\n<p>When a veteran is diagnosed with mesothelioma, a VA-accredited attorney can work alongside an attorney handling a lawsuit or a claim against asbestos trust funds. This coordinated approach helps ensure veterans pursue all available options for compensation.<\/p>\n<p>Mesothelioma Hope is here to help veterans and their families. We provide guidance, counseling, and support, and we want people to know we are on their side. We are ready to stand beside them throughout treatment and help them seek the financial compensation they are entitled to.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"see-more-videos\"><a href=\"\/video-library\/?cat=veterans\" data-ce-category=\"Video\" data-ce-label=\"See More - Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope\">See More Veterans Videos<\/a><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@graph\": [{\"@type\": \"VideoObject\", \"name\": \"Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans | Mesothelioma Hope\", \"uploadDate\": \"2025-12-04T00:00:00-05:00\", \"thumbnail\": \"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mesothelioma-VA-Benefits-for-Veterans.jpg\", \"thumbnailUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mesothelioma-VA-Benefits-for-Veterans.jpg\", \"embedUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UFKnucQPW9k\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UFKnucQPW9k\", \"caption\": \"Major Jonathan Nelson (Ret) explains how veterans with mesothelioma can access key VA benefits, including VA disability compensation, VA health care, and travel reimbursement for treatment.\", \"description\": \"Major Jonathan Nelson (Ret) explains how veterans with mesothelioma can access key VA benefits, including VA disability compensation, VA health care, and travel reimbursement for treatment.\", \"transcript\": \"&lt;p&gt;Mesothelioma treatment can be very expensive, and traveling to receive treatment can add even more financial strain. 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A&amp;A benefits are tax-free payments covering in-home nurse care or other services to support veterans with daily household activities.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans managing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/mesothelioma\/symptoms\/\">mesothelioma symptoms<\/a> or recovering from cancer treatments may qualify for this benefit if they have trouble caring for themselves and their homes.<\/p>\n<p>Spouses of veterans with mesothelioma might also be eligible for A&amp;A benefits if they are interested in providing in-home care.<\/p>\n<h3>Funeral &amp; Burial Benefits<\/h3>\n<p>Mesothelioma VA burial benefits can help a veteran&#8217;s loved ones plan a memorial service at a military cemetery and cover the costs associated with funerals.<\/p>\n<p>The VA covers\u00a0<strong>up to $2,000 <\/strong>for burial expenses in many cases. Families can also apply for headstones, markers, medallions, burial flags, and engraved presidential memorial certificates to honor loved ones. Additionally, eligible spouses and family members may qualify for monetary support for a marker or headstone if the veteran is buried in a national or military cemetery.<\/p>\n<h3>Housebound Benefits<\/h3>\n<p>Veterans who spend most of their time at home due to an illness or disability may be eligible for tax-free VA housebound benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma or recovering from cancer treatments like surgery may not have the energy to leave their homes and thus may qualify for this benefit. A veteran is <strong>not eligible<\/strong> for both A&amp;A and housebound benefits simultaneously, though.<\/p>\n<h3>Pensions<\/h3>\n<p>VA pensions are tax-free monthly benefits that disabled veterans may be eligible for if their income is below an amount set by Congress. As of 2026, a veteran&#8217;s net worth must be under <strong>$159,240<\/strong>\u00a0to qualify for a <a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/pension\/\">VA pension<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>VA pensions can be very beneficial for low-income veterans suffering from mesothelioma. This can help cover health care costs. If a veteran with mesothelioma passes, their loved ones may be also entitled to receive a <a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/pension\/survivors-death\/\">VA survivors pension<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Mesothelioma Hope team can help you pursue a pension and other VA benefits.<\/strong> Connect with our compassionate Patient Advocates to learn more.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"19670\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque connect-white has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"connect-white\">.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white{margin:40px 0;max-width:315px;position:relative}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:3px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #fff 100%)}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div{border:1px solid #E6E7EC;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px;box-shadow:0 20px 20px rgba(34,34,34,0.03);border-radius:0 5px 5px 0;color:#383441;display:block;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white img{margin:0 0 20px;max-width:170px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white .vque-content{font-size:17px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white p:not(:last-child){margin:0 0 15px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white strong.heading{color:#100134;font-size:24px;display:block;margin:0 0 15px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white strong.heading a{color:inherit;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white strong.heading a:hover{color:#34d;text-decoration:underline}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white strong.button.arrow{width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white .button-wrap span{display:block;font-size:18px;padding-top:20px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white .button-wrap span a{color:#F46E0F;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white .button-wrap span a:hover{color:#c75809;text-decoration:underline}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white{margin:60px 0;max-width:723px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white img{max-width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white p:not(:last-child){margin:0 0 17px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div{display:block;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;flex-direction:row-reverse;align-items:center;padding:25px 30px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div div:first-child{width:35%;text-align:right}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div div:first-child img{margin:0;float:right}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div div.vque-content{width:65%}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div div.vque-content p{max-width:370px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div div.vque-content .button-wrap a{display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white>div div.vque-content .button-wrap span{display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle;padding:0 0 0 20px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white strong.heading{margin:0 0 14px}.widget_oscar-vque.connect-white strong.button.arrow{width:auto}}<\/style><div><div><a href=\"\/about\/patient-advocates\/\" title=\"Learn More\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Help From a Patient Advocate Heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"221\" height=\"88\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/patient-advocates-medium.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Circular Patient Advocate Images\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"heading\"><a href=\"\/about\/patient-advocates\/\" title=\"Learn More\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Help From a Patient Advocate Heading\">Get Help From a Patient Advocate<\/a><\/strong><p>Our trusted advocates with <strong>65+ years combined experience<\/strong> are ready to assist you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"button-wrap\"><a href=\"\/about\/patient-advocates\/\" title=\"Learn More\" class=\"cte button arrow\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Help From a Patient Advocate Button\">Learn More<\/a><span>or call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/disability\/special-monthly-compensation\/\">Special Monthly Compensation<\/a> is a tax-free benefit paid on top of regular VA disability compensation available to veterans who have lost the use of specific extremities or organs due to military service. A VA-accredited claims agent can help determine if a veteran with mesothelioma may qualify for SMC.<\/p>\n<p>For 2026, the monthly payment for veterans ranges from <strong>$139.87 to $$11,271.67 per month,<\/strong> depending on their disability rating and the number of dependents. A VA-accredited claims agent can help determine if a veteran with mesothelioma may qualify for SMC.<\/p>\n<h3>VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (VA DIC)<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/va-dependency-indemnity-compensation\/\">VA DIC<\/a> is paid to surviving spouses and dependent children of military veterans who died from a service-related injury or illness like mesothelioma. Spouses can receive <strong>$1,653.07 a month<\/strong>\u00a0if the veteran passed away on or after January 1, 1993.<\/p>\n<div class=\"did-you-know icon-bell\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.did-you-know{background:#F3F2F0;border-radius:10px;margin:40px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 80px;position:relative}.did-you-know:before{position:absolute;left:20px;top:20px;width:45px;height:45px;background:#0FAEBF;border-radius:50px;color:#fff;text-align:center;line-height:45px;font-size:27px}.did-you-know .heading{font-size:24px;color:#100134;padding:10px 0;display:block;margin:0 0 5px}.did-you-know h2,.did-you-know .h2,.did-you-know h3,.did-you-know .h3{font-size:24px;line-height:1.14}@media screen and (min-width: 1024px){.did-you-know{padding:25px 25px 25px 90px}.did-you-know:before{left:25px;top:25px}.did-you-know .heading{padding:8px 0}.did-you-know h2,.did-you-know .h2,.did-you-know h3,.did-you-know .h3{font-size:24px;line-height:1.14}}<\/style><strong class=\"heading\">Did You Know?<\/strong><p>Mesothelioma Hope can help surviving family members determine if they may be eligible for VA DIC and other types of benefits. <a href=\"\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us now to learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>VA Health Care<\/h3>\n<p>VA health care provides veterans with mesothelioma access to treatments from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/doctors\/\">top mesothelioma specialists<\/a> who work at VA hospitals. These specialists, such as <a href=\"\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-robert-cameron\/\">Dr. Robert Cameron<\/a>, are some of the best providers treating mesothelioma patients today.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-19746 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/doctor-checking-elderly-male-300x166.png\" alt=\"Doctor checking a veteran's breathing with a stethoscope\" width=\"300\" height=\"166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/doctor-checking-elderly-male-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/doctor-checking-elderly-male.png 670w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>For example, Dr. Cameron invented a lung-sparing surgery for <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/pleural\/\">pleural mesothelioma<\/a>\u00a0that has since become a gold standard for treating this cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Further, veterans can receive these mesothelioma treatments for free or at a reduced cost with <a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/va-healthcare\/\">VA health care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>VA Health Care Requirements<\/h4>\n<p>Veterans must meet specific requirements to be eligible for VA health care benefits. For example, the veteran must have served for at least <strong>24 months or the full period<\/strong> they were called to serve. This is the case for veterans who enlisted after September 7, 1980, or entered active duty after October 16, 1981.<\/p>\n<p>These requirements may be waived if the veteran was discharged early for a family hardship, a disability that was caused or made worse by active duty, or if they received an \u201cearly out.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-apply\">How to Apply for Mesothelioma Veterans Benefits<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Veterans can apply for mesothelioma VA benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In-person at a VA office<\/li>\n<li>Online through the VA website<\/li>\n<li>Through the mail<\/li>\n<li>With the help of an accredited VA claims agent or lawyer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These options allow veterans to file for mesothelioma VA benefits, regardless of where they live.<\/p>\n<p>There is no statute of limitations (time limit) to file a mesothelioma veteran benefits claim. This is important as mesothelioma can take 10 to 50 years to develop after asbestos exposure. As a result, most asbestos VA claims are filed long after veterans have completed their service.<\/p>\n<p>Our team can help you apply for mesothelioma VA benefits.<strong> Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> right now to get started.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Proving Your Mesothelioma VA Claim<\/h3>\n<p>When veterans make an asbestos-related VA benefits claim, they must meet certain criteria to receive benefits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To receive mesothelioma VA benefits, veterans need:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Medical records showing they were diagnosed with mesothelioma or another <a href=\"\/asbestos\/related-diseases\/\">asbestos-related disease<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A note from their doctor linking their disease to <a href=\"\/asbestos\/exposure\/\">asbestos exposure<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Occupational or military service documents showing when, where, and how they were exposed while they served<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Without these, the VA claim could be denied or rejected.<\/p>\n<p>The Mesothelioma Hope team can help you gather the information needed to file for VA benefits successfully. Learn more in our <a href=\"\/mesothelioma-guide\/\">Free Mesothelioma Guide<\/a>, shipped overnight to you.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"1361\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque default image-right has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"default\">.widget_oscar-vque.default{margin:60px auto;max-width:315px}.widget_oscar-vque.default:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a{background:#2F293D;display:block;padding:20px;border-radius:10px;color:#fff;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default img{margin:0 auto 20px;max-width:150px;width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default .vque-content{font-size:16px;text-align:center}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.subheading{display:block;line-height:1;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:5px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.heading{font-size:20px;display:block;margin:0 0 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul{font-size:16px;text-align:left;list-style:none;max-width:265px;line-height:1.4;margin:15px auto 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li{padding-left:28px;margin-bottom:10px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li:before{font-family:\"mesohope\" !important;font-display:swap;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;-webkit-font-smoothing:antialiased;-moz-osx-font-smoothing:grayscale;content:\"\\e904\";border:none;position:absolute;left:0;top:0;background:#0FAEBF;width:20px;height:20px;border-radius:20px;line-height:20px;text-align:center;font-size:12px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.button.arrow{width:100%}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.widget_oscar-vque.default{max-width:620px}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a{padding:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a>div{display:block;display:flex;align-items:center;flex-wrap:wrap;flex-direction:row-reverse}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a>div>div{padding:0 25px 0 0;width:41%}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a .vque-content{width:59%;padding:30px;text-align:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default img{max-width:90%;margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.subheading{font-size:16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.heading{font-size:24px;margin:0 0 16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul{max-width:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.button.arrow{width:auto}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div{display:block;position:relative;overflow:hidden}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div img{max-width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div{float:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div:first-child{width:27%;padding:30px}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div.vque-content{width:73%;padding-left:0}}<\/style><a href=\"\/mesothelioma-guide\/\" title=\"Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide Ad\" data-desktop-image=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\"><div><div><div class=\"image-fade\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"296\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mesothelioma Guide Images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png 296w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-102x100.png 102w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"heading\">Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong><ul>\n<li>Symptoms &amp; staging<\/li>\n<li>Average prognosis<\/li>\n<li>Life-extending treatments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Guide\">Get Your Free Guide<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h3>Military Jobs With a High Risk of Asbestos Exposure<\/h3>\n<p>Some military service duties presented higher risks of asbestos exposure than others. Those in these high-risk occupations were likelier to be exposed to airborne asbestos fibers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Service occupations with the highest asbestos exposure risk are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/aircraft-mechanics\/\">Aircraft mechanics<\/a>\u00a0&amp; flight crews<\/li>\n<li>Armored vehicle operators &amp; support<\/li>\n<li>Automotive mechanics<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/boilermakers\/\">Boilermakers<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Carpenters<\/li>\n<li>Construction &amp; demolition workers<\/li>\n<li>Drywallers<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/electricians\/\">Electricians <\/a><\/li>\n<li>Engine &amp; boiler workers<\/li>\n<li>Heavy equipment mechanics<\/li>\n<li>Insulators<\/li>\n<li>Millwrights<\/li>\n<li>Painters<\/li>\n<li>Pipefitters<\/li>\n<li>Propulsion room workers<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/shipyard-workers\/\">Shipyard workers<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Welders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>U.S. Navy veterans who worked on ships or in shipyards were arguably at the highest risk of asbestos exposure. <a href=\"\/veterans\/navy\/ships\/\">Asbestos use on Navy ships<\/a> was rampant since the Navy used the mineral more than any other military branch.<\/p>\n<h3>U.S. Military Products and Asbestos Exposure<\/h3>\n<p>The VA also recognizes that certain asbestos-containing products put service members at risk of developing diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Asbestos-containing products used by the military included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Adhesives<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/cement\/\">Cement<\/a> powder and masonry mortar<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/brake-pads\/\">Brake pads<\/a> and clutch plates<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/fireproofing-materials\/\">Fireproofing materials<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/insulation\/\">Insulation<\/a> and soundproofing<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/paint\/\">Paint<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/pipes\/\">Pipes<\/a> and duct wrap<\/li>\n<li>Protective clothing<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/products\/roofing\/\">Roofing<\/a> and flooring<\/li>\n<li>Sealants<\/li>\n<li>Wallboard construction materials<\/li>\n<li>Welding rods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> to learn if products you used during or after military service contained asbestos and may have caused you to develop mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<h3>Checking the Status of a Mesothelioma VA Benefits Claim<\/h3>\n<p>The VA takes <strong>81.1 days to process a disability benefits claim <\/strong>as of December 2025. The processing time will depend on the type of claim a veteran filed, their diagnosed illness, and how much evidence was provided to support the VA benefits claim.<\/p>\n<p>With the help of VA claims agents or attorneys, veterans can avoid any problems that delay their benefits claims, allowing them to receive mesothelioma VA benefits as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h2>Working With VA Agents to File for Mesothelioma Benefits<\/h2>\n<p>Fling an asbestos-related VA claim to receive benefits can be tricky. If done improperly, veterans may miss out on compensation or benefits they are entitled.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/legal\/mesothelioma-lawyer\/\">Mesothelioma lawyers<\/a> can help veterans gather the <strong>r<\/strong><strong>ight information needed to file a VA benefits claim<\/strong> and connect a veteran with experienced service officers who can guide the claim along.<\/p>\n<p>Even the VA recommends that veterans work with an experienced attorney or an accredited claims agent to get the benefits they deserve.<\/p>\n<p>The Mesothelioma Hope team can help you contact experienced VA-accredited attorneys who can help you strengthen your claim.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"18414\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque default-alt image-left has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"default-alt\">.widget_oscar-vque.default-alt{margin:60px 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data-desktop-image=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad.png\"><div><div><div class=\"image-fade\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"236\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mesothelioma veteran support guide\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad.png 236w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/veterans-compensation-guide-ipad-55x55.png 55w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 236px) 100vw, 236px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"subheading\">Free Downloadable Guide<\/strong><strong class=\"heading\">Veterans Compensation\u00a0Guide<\/strong><ul>\n<li>File for VA benefits<\/li>\n<li>Increase your disability rating<\/li>\n<li>Receive legal compensation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Guide\">Get Your Free Guide<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Common Myths About Mesothelioma Veterans Benefits<\/h2>\n<p>When veterans are diagnosed with mesothelioma and seeking benefits, they may have questions or concerns based on what they&#8217;ve heard or read from others.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about common VA benefit myths \u2014 and get the correct information \u2014 below.<\/p>\n<h3><em>Myth: I served too long ago to qualify for mesothelioma VA benefits.<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>No matter how long ago they served, eligible veterans can still receive benefits for mesothelioma. Even if they served decades ago, they may still be eligible and are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<h3><em>Myth: I have private insurance, so I can\u2019t file for VA benefits.<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Even if a veteran has other insurance coverage, they can still use VA health care for support relating to their <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/diagnosis\/\">mesothelioma diagnosis<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><em>Myth: VA health care isn\u2019t as good as private medical care.<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>The VA&#8217;s health care system is equal to (and sometimes better than) the health care that may be received in the private sector.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"compensation\">Other Mesothelioma Compensation Options for Veterans<\/h2>\n<p>Veterans can also file private claims to seek additional compensation for medical costs and other expenses.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Asbestos trust fund claims\u00a0<\/strong>are filed against manufacturers of asbestos-containing products that declared bankruptcy and put money into funds to help victims. A veteran may qualify for money from several <a href=\"\/legal\/asbestos-trust-funds\/\">asbestos trust funds<\/a> depending on the products they were exposed to.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawsuits <\/strong>demand compensation from the makers of asbestos-based products that are still in business. The average <a href=\"\/legal\/lawsuit\/\">mesothelioma lawsuit<\/a> awards between <strong>$1 million and $1.4 million<\/strong>. Mesothelioma lawsuits don&#8217;t involve the military and you can still file for VA benefits too.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/legal\/lawsuit\/wrongful-death\/\"><strong>Wrongful death lawsuits <\/strong><\/a>can be filed by loved ones or family members to seek <a href=\"\/legal\/compensation\/\">financial compensation<\/a> if a veteran dies from mesothelioma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"simple-cta border\"><div><style type=\"text\/css\">.simple-cta{margin:30px 0;position:relative}.simple-cta:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #fff 100%)}.simple-cta>div{width:100%}.simple-cta.border>div{padding:0 0 0 24px}.simple-cta.solid:before{background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #EDF8F9 100%)}.simple-cta.solid>div{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px}.simple-cta:first-child{margin-top:0}.simple-cta:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.simple-cta .heading{display:block;margin-bottom:5px}.simple-cta a[href*=\"tel\"]{display:inline-block}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.simple-cta{text-align:center}.simple-cta>div{display:inline-block;margin:0 auto;text-align:left}}<\/style><p><a href=\"\/veterans-guide\/\">Download our Free Veterans Compensation Guide<\/a> to learn more about your options.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"start-your-claim\">Start Your Mesothelioma VA Benefits Claim Today<\/h2>\n<p>Filing for mesothelioma veterans benefits can be stressful and confusing for some, especially those already ill. However, Mesothelioma Hope is here to make the process easier.<\/p>\n<p>Our skilled patient advocates can put you in touch with fellow U.S. veterans and VA-accredited attorneys to <strong>help you get VA benefits for mesothelioma faster.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We also have connections with skilled mesothelioma law firms that can help you receive private benefits and additional compensation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Call us now at <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> to start the process <\/strong>\u2014 we&#8217;re standing by 24\/7 to serve you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-wrap\"><h2 class=\"faq-wrap-heading\">Mesothelioma Veterans Benefits FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"1\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">What is the VA disability rating for mesothelioma?<\/h3><div><p>The VA almost always gives veterans with mesothelioma a <strong>100% disability rating.<\/strong> This means veterans can get\u00a0the most amount of disability compensation following a diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p>As of 2026, the VA pays out <strong>$4,158.17\u00a0a month <\/strong>to married veterans with mesothelioma in most cases.<\/p>\n<p>If eligible, Mesothelioma Hope can help you or a veteran with mesothelioma that you love get a higher VA disability rating. Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"2\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Does mesothelioma qualify for disability?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes.<\/strong> The VA provides benefits to U.S. veterans with mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases since the military used so much asbestos before the risks were well known.<\/p>\n<p>Before the 1980s, military service members and the general public did not know that asbestos exposure could lead to deadly health problems like mesothelioma. Makers of asbestos-based products hid the risks.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans account for about 33% of all mesothelioma cases due to widespread military asbestos use. The VA hopes to right at least some of the wrongs by offering monthly financial aid and medical care for free or at a\u00a0reduced cost to affected veterans.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"3\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Does the VA offer coverage for other asbestos-related diseases?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes,\u00a0<\/strong>if you can prove you were exposed to asbestos during your military service. The VA currently offers financial and medical benefits for <a href=\"\/cancer\/lung-cancer\/\">asbestos lung cancer<\/a>, <a href=\"\/asbestosis\/\">asbestosis<\/a>, and other asbestos-related diseases.<\/p>\n<p>These benefits can go a long way to helping you or someone receive and afford the medical care you deserve.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"4\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">How much money do mesothelioma patients get?<\/h3><div><p>Married veterans with mesothelioma typically receive <strong>$4,158.17\u00a0per month<\/strong> through VA disability claims \u2014 the highest payout available \u2014 as of 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans may be able to also file mesothelioma legal claims, which award\u00a0<strong>$1 million or more<\/strong> in most cases.<\/p>\n<p>The Mesothelioma Hope team can help determine if you can access compensation for an asbestos-related disease right now.<strong> Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a><\/strong> for more information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \"What is the VA disability rating for mesothelioma?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;The VA almost always gives veterans with mesothelioma a &lt;strong&gt;100% disability rating.&lt;\/strong&gt; This means veterans can get\u00a0the most amount of disability compensation following a diagnosis.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;As of 2026, the VA pays out &lt;strong&gt;$4,158.17\u00a0a month &lt;\/strong&gt;to married veterans with mesothelioma in most cases.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;If eligible, Mesothelioma Hope can help you or a veteran with mesothelioma that you love get a higher VA disability rating. 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