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name

MAS AWARD

number

43.11

location

^DG(43.11,

description

This file contains entries which are set each year to a specific amount by MAS regulations. The TYPEs of awards are determined by MAS VACO. This file should not be altered or added to unless so directed by the ISC.

Fields

#	Name	Location	Type	Details	Index	Description
.001	number		11			The 'number' is the internal reference number automatically assigned to the next entry into the file. For example, there are currently 12 entries, with the entry of another MAS Award, the number would be '13'. |
.01	type(+)	0;1	FREE TEXT		B	Service connected disabilities are rated at a percentage in increments of 10, ranging from 0% to 100% based on the degree of disability the veteran has as a result of an injury sustained while on active duty. These percentages are adjudicated only by the Department of Veterans Benefits following examination. The 'Type' is the rate of service connected disability incurred by the veteran/patient.