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How to file a VA disability claim for Burn Pit Exposure - Respiratory Effects in Texas. Includes 2026 compensation rates, VA facilities near you, and evidence requirements.
This is not legal or medical advice. Always consult with a VSO or accredited claims agent.
VA FACILITIES
40
VETERANS
1500K
100% RATING
$3,938.58/mo
MILITARY BASES
8
VA disability compensation is the same nationwide — Texas veterans receive the same monthly rates as all other states.
| Rating | Monthly (Alone) | Monthly (w/ Spouse) | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | — | $2,165.04 |
| 20% | $356.66 | — | $4,279.92 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $617.47 | $6,629.64 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $882.84 | $9,550.08 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $1,241.90 | $13,594.80 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $1,566.02 | $17,220.24 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $1,961.45 | $21,701.40 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $2,277.15 | $25,225.80 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $2,559.30 | $28,347.60 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $4,158.17 | $47,262.96 |
Texas has 40 VA medical facilities including medical centers, outpatient clinics, and Vet Centers. File your Burn Pit Exposure - Respiratory Effects claim at any VA facility or online at VA.gov.
Houston, TX
San Antonio, TX
Dallas, TX
Austin, TX
Fort Worth, TX
El Paso, TX
Use the VA facility locator to find the closest medical center, clinic, or Vet Center for your C&P exam.
VA Facility Locator →The VA claims process is the same nationwide, but Texas veterans should know these steps.
☐Deployment records showing burn pit exposure
☐VA burn pit registry enrollment
☐Pulmonary function tests
☐Respiratory diagnosis records
☐Service medical records
Veterans Service Organizations in Texas provide free claims assistance. Contact your county VSO or a national VSO like the DAV, VFW, or American Legion.
File at VA.gov, at one of Texas's 40 VA facilities, or by mailing VA Form 21-526EZ to your regional office.
Document these symptoms before your C&P exam. Explain how each affects your daily life and work ability.
In addition to federal VA disability compensation, Texas offers state-specific veteran benefits including property tax exemptions, income tax benefits, and more.
View Texas Benefits →Use our free Claims Builder to organize your Burn Pit Exposure - Respiratory Effects evidence, track your claim status, and prepare for your C&P exam. No coaching fees — just tools built for Texas veterans.