Skip to main content

    Disclaimer: EasyVAClaims is not an accredited agent, VSO, or attorney and is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

    Back to all articles
    Ratings & Math1 min read

    HUGE Difference! 100% Rating vs P&T: What They Don't Tell You...

    The difference between a 100% schedular VA rating and Permanent & Total (P&T) status is HUGE - and it could mean thousands in additional benefits for you and...

    By Joshua Burnett | VA Claims Academy·
    Watch the full breakdown above, then use the free wizard below to apply what you learned.

    This video has been watched 121,514 times by veterans across the country.

    The difference between a 100% schedular VA rating and Permanent & Total (P&T) status is HUGE - and it could mean thousands in additional benefits for you and your family! In this video, I break down exactly what P&T status means, how to check if you already have it, and the step-by-step process to apply if you don't. Learn about crucial benefits like CHAMPVA healthcare for dependents, educational assistance (DEA), exemption from future exams, and protection from rating reductions. If you're at 100% but not P&T, you're missing out on lifetime stability and significant financial advantages that you've earned. Don't leave these benefits on the table!


    Ready to Take Action?

    Everything covered in this video can be applied directly inside the EasyVAClaims wizard — the free, step-by-step tool that walks you through your entire claim, one question at a time.

    No VSO appointment needed. No confusing forms. Just clear guidance built for veterans.

    VA disabilityVA claimsveterans benefits

    Free Tool

    Ready to Get Started?

    The EasyVAClaims wizard walks you through the entire process, one question at a time. Free to start, no credit card required.

    Start My Claim →