Question:
Jim, I was rated 100% IHD 50% PTSD 10% Tinnitus in 2011 March. Am I eligible for SMC S [special monthly compensation] and if so how do I apply and would there be any retro pay if so? Thanks Jim, this seems to be a very convoluted subject. The consensus on the internet and Youtube is yes citing Bradley v. Peak. What do you think? Thanks, Jim, for all your efforts.
Jim's Reply:
You aren't eligible for SMC-s based on your ratings. Otherwise to be eligible for SMC-s you must either be housebound to a point you can't leave your home or an institution and no improvement can reasonably be expected. I don't like to play lawyer and Bradley v Peake was a long long time ago. Reading the current regs, I'm of the opinion that you are not eligible for SMC-s. The VA actually does a pretty good job of awarding SMC when it's available. If I were you, I'd forget about it.