### Question
What is the definition of qualified veteran?


### Answer
The definition of **qualified veteran** is as follows in *38 U.S.C. § 1163*:

> a veteran who has a service-connected disability, or service-connected disabilities, not rated as total but who has been awarded a rating of total disability by reason of inability to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation as a result of such disability or disabilities

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 1163*
  - Heading: **PART II-GENERAL BENEFITS > CHAPTER 11-COMPENSATION FOR SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITY OR DEATH > SUBCHAPTER VI-GENERAL COMPENSATION PROVISIONS**

