VA Special Monthly Compensation Calculator

For Compensation based on SMC Award(s) and/or Disability Rating

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STEP 1: Select Your Dependents Info
Select the relevant options for dependent children, spouse, and parents.

STEP 2: Select Your Compensation Type(s)
For Compensation based on Disability Rating and SMC-K Award(s):

  • Select the Total SMC-K Awards from the drop-down select.
  • Select the radio button for Compensation based on Disability Rating (default).
  • Select the disability rating percentage from the drop-down select.
  • Receive Estimated Compensation.

For Compensation based on SMC Award(s):

  • Select the Total SMC-K Awards from the drop-down select (if any).
  • Select the radio button for Compensation based on Other SMC Level Award.
  • Select the Other SMC Level award from the drop-down select. When SMC-R.1, SMC-R.2, or SMC-T is selected, answer the hospital question that displays.
  • Receive Estimated Compensation.

STEP 3: Print Results
Click on the "Print" button near Estimated Compensation to receive a printout of results.

NOTE: When you leave this page or click refresh, all the values you entered will be cleared.

STEP 1: Select Your Dependents Info







Does your spouse need aid and attendance?



How many dependent parents?



STEP 2: Select Your Compensation Type(s)

Total SMC-K Awards






Hospitalized at government expense this month?


Estimated Compensation

Rates effective: 12/1/2023
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