Am I eligible for both Combat Related Special Compensation and Veterans Disability Compensation?

Yes, you may be eligible for both Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) and Veterans Disability Compensation (VDC). CRSC is specifically designed to compensate military retirees who have combat-related disabilities and offsets a portion of their retired pay. On the other hand, VDC provides compensation to veterans for disabilities incurred during or aggravated by military service. While these benefits generally interact, eligibility for both depends on the individual's circumstances. To qualify for CRSC, you must be a military retiree with combat-related disabilities and have waived a portion of your retired pay to receive disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Ultimately, eligibility for both CRSC and VDC is determined on a case-by-case basis and should be discussed with the respective agencies before applying.