Veterans recovering from surgery or a disability related to military may be able to get a temporary 100% disability rating and disability compensation or benefits.

Recovery time from either a surgery or the immobilization of a joint by a cast without surgery requires a temporary 100% disability rating for a service-connected disability. The temporary 100% rating may continue for 1 to 3 months—depending on each unique case. Severe cases may be able to get an extension for up to 3 more months.