Army National Guard: Retired
Benefit Fact Sheet
Summary
Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) allows military retirees to receive both military retired pay and Veterans Affairs (VA) compensation. This was prohibited until the CRDP program began on January 1, 2004. CRDP is a "phase in" of benefits that gradually restores a retiree's VA disability offset. This means that an eligible retiree's retired pay gradually increased each year until the phase in was complete effective January 2014. You do not need to apply for CRDP. If qualified, you will be enrolled automatically.
Eligibility
You must be eligible for retired pay to qualify for CRDP. If you were placed on a disability retirement, but would be eligible for military retired 
pay in the absence of the disability, you may be entitled to receive CRDP.
Under these rules, you may be entitled to CRDP if:
You are a regular retiree with a VA disability rating of 50% or greater
You are a reserve retiree with 20 qualifying years of service, who has a VA disability rating of 50% or greater and who has reached retirement age. (In most cases the retirement age for reservists is 60, but certain reserve retirees may be eligible before they turn 60. If you are a member of the Ready Reserve, your retirement age can be reduced below age 60 by three months for each 90 days of active service you have performed during a fiscal year as of 28 January 2008.)
You are retired under Temporary Early Retirement Act (TERA) and have a VA disability rating of 50% or greater
You are a disability retiree who earned entitlement to retired pay under any provision of law other than solely by disability, and you have a VA disability rating of 50% or greater. You might become eligible for CRDP at the time you would have become eligible for retired pay.
In addition to monthly CRDP payments, you may be eligible for a retroactive payment. DFAS will audit your account to determine whether or not you are due retroactive payment. An audit of your account requires researching pay information from both DFAS and VA.
If DFAS finds that you are also due a retroactive payment from the VA, we will forward an audit to the VA. They are responsible for paying any money they may owe you.
Your retroactive payment date may go as far back as January 1, 2004, but can be limited based on:
No CRDP is payable for any month prior to the effective date of January 2004.
Benefit Highlights
CRDP is a restoration of retired pay; therefore it is subject to collection actions such as alimony, child support, community property, and government debt. CRDP payments are taxable. CRDP payments cease upon the death of the retiree.
Additional Information
Document Review Date: 13 February 2024
FAQs
CRDP is automatic for all 20(+) year retirees with a VA rating of 50% or greater. CRDP is the elimination of the VA Waiver from retired pay. Without CRDP, a person with a VA rating and the associated VA compensation has their Service retired pay docked dollar-for-dollar by the amount of VA compensation they receive.
Can I get CRDP with 100% VA disability? ›
Retirees with 20 years of service and a service-connected disability rated at 50 percent or greater by the VA are eligible for CRDP. needs to be service connected. with a former spouse. Must have a VA disability rating of 50-100 percent.
How long does it take to get CRDP back pay? ›
If you are due any money from DFAS, you will receive it within 30-60 days of receipt of your first CRDP monthly payment. If DFAS finds that you are also due a retroactive payment from the VA, they will forward an audit to the VA. VA is responsible for paying any money you may be due.
How is Crdp determined? ›
Your personal CRDP payment rate is determined by your current VA Disability Compensation waiver, minus the CRDP "Table Rate," then multiplied by the current CRDP "Phase Out" percentage.
What is an example of CRDP pay? ›
Payments (CRDP)
The individual would receive $1,000 total ($800 in VA compensation and $200 in military retired pay). Under CRDP, an eligible retiree in this example would receive $1,000 in retired pay from DOD plus $800 from the VA for a total of $1,800.
How much is a CRDP payment? ›
Concurrent Retirement and Disability Payment (CRDP):
| VA Disability Rating | Initial CRDP Payment in CY 2004 |
|---|
| 100% (total) | $750 |
| 90% | $500 |
| 80% | $350 |
| 70% | $250 |
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As a special compensation for disability, CRSC payments are not taxed and cannot be divided by a court in a divorce. As restored retired pay, CRDP is taxable income and can be divided by a court in a divorce.
Can you receive 100% VA disability and military retirement pay? ›
Yes, you can receive your military retirement pay and VA disability if you served more than 20 years. You must also qualify for Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) by having a disability rating of at least 50%. The total amount you receive will depend on your service-related disability.
Can you receive CRSC and 100% VA disability at the same time? ›
The answer is yes, it is possible, but only under certain conditions. Retired veterans who have a disability rating of 50% or higher, or qualify for Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC), are eligible to receive both benefits in full.
Do you pay taxes on Crdp? ›
CRDP is a restoration of retired pay for retirees with service-connected disabilities. It is taxed in the same manner as your retired pay, and it is normally considered taxable income. No application is required.
The law requires that a military retiree waive a portion of their gross DoD retired pay, dollar for dollar, by the amount of their Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation pay; this is known as the VA waiver (or VA offset).
What is the average military pension after 20 years of service? ›
Defined Benefit: Monthly retired pay for life after at least 20 years of service (so if you retire at 20 years of service, you will get 40% of your highest 36 months of base pay). Retired pay will be calculated as follows: (Years of creditable service x 2.0%) x average of highest 36 months basic pay.
Can you get CRDP and VA disability? ›
Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) allows military retirees to receive both military retired pay and Veterans Affairs (VA) compensation. This was prohibited until the CRDP program began on January 1, 2004. CRDP is a "phase in" of benefits that gradually restores a retiree's VA disability offset.
Can the VA take away 100% permanent and total disability? ›
If you have a 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) rating, it's unlikely you'll be re-evaluated or have your rating reduced, unless you've done something to trigger a VA review of your case.
Can you get DOD disability and VA disability at the same time? ›
There is a general rule of law that a military retiree may not receive both Disability Compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA Disability Compensation) and military retired pay concurrently.
How do I check my VA disability compensation? ›
If you have questions about your benefits or how to access the tool, you can call us at 800-827-1000. We're here Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET.
How do I check the status of my military retirement pay? ›
The most convenient way to view, print and save your latest RAS is on myPay. myPay makes your RAS, as well as tax statements and other pay account information, available 24 hours a day.
How can I check the status of my CRSC claim? ›
CRSC applications are processed within 120 business days. 1-888-276-9472 to verify receipt. Are there any exceptions to the eligibility requirements for Combat Related Special Compensation?
How do I know if my disability is combat related? ›
What the evidence must show about your combat-related disability. The evidence must show that your injury happened while you were: Engaged in armed conflict (in combat or during an occupation or raid), or. Engaged in hazardous duty (like demolition, flying, or parachuting), or.
pay in the absence of the disability, you may be entitled to receive CRDP.