Question:
I am rated at 90% and receive TDIU for PTSD. I just finished a Masters in mental health and wanted to know how can I go about getting marginal or protected employment. How do I initiate the 1 year trial before coming of IU to know if this is the correct route for me. I believe this job will help in my recovery. Any insight is welcomed.
Jim's Reply:
There is no one year trail before coming off TDIU...VA doesn't have a Return To Work program similar to the SSA. The VA monitors your SSA and IRS accounts to learn how much taxable income you earn. When and if you exceed the income limits of the TDIU benefit the VA will be in touch with you to discuss your TDIU benefit.
In other words, you don't need to do anything but to return to work and see how it goes. Good luck.