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VA Disability Rating 70%: What It Means and What Unlocks
What this rating means
A 70% rating grants basic monthly compensation with dependents rates. Priority Group 1–3 healthcare banding applies at this level. Aid & Attendance eligibility begins (with qualifying dependency status), and commissary/exchange eligibility opens for qualified veterans and caregivers per current DoD policy — verify.
What unlocks at this level
- Priority Group 1-3 healthcare banding VA.gov source
- Aid & Attendance eligibility begins (with qualifying dependency status) VA.gov source
- Commissary/exchange eligibility for qualified vets and caregivers (per current DoD policy — verify) VA.gov source
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Frequently Asked Questions
What health care priority comes at 70%?
Priority Group 1–3 healthcare banding applies at this tier.
Does Aid & Attendance start at 70%?
Aid & Attendance eligibility begins at this tier, with qualifying dependency status.
Can I shop on base at 70%?
Commissary and exchange eligibility opens for qualified veterans and caregivers per current DoD policy — verify before you go.
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