Have you had your VA benefits claim denied? Don’t panic! You can now request a Higher Level Review (HLR), and a senior rating specialist will re-examine your claim. The VA has updated its appeals system. As of February 19, 2019, you have the option of having your first-time claim or a supplemental claim reviewed without […]
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Can Carpal Tunnel Syndrome be Service-Connected for Veterans?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome symptoms are defined by a tingling or numbness in your hands and pain in your wrists. It can also be accompanied by a feeling of weakness as you try to grip anything. Your chances of getting carpal tunnel during your military career will increase the longer you serve and women are at […]
How to Find Relief for Bursitis of the Shoulder?
Get relief from the pain of burstis in your shoulder and discover if you qualify for compensation by filing a disability claim with the VA.
Tinnitus: What is that ringing in my ears?
The VA describes tinnitus as a ringing, humming, buzzing, or other sounds in your head or ears that do not have an outside source. This condition leads many veterans to increased frustration and confusion as to why this is going on. There are two types of tinnitus, subjective and objective. Subjective Tinnitus are sounds we […]
5 Ways to Identify a BAD C&P Exam
So you’ve just finished your C&P exam and you begin to think about how it went. “Did that actually go well? Were those the questions he should have asked? Was my side of the story really expressed?” We get it, you hear all these horror stories about horrendous C&P exams, but you don’t know how […]
Where do I find my Military Medical Records?
Are you ready to file a disability claim for your VA benefits? One of the key elements in filing a claim for the benefits you earned is your Service Treatment Records (STR). These are the medical records the military kept on you throughout your military career. They include all outpatient, mental health, and dental appointments. […]
What’s in a DBQ for Mental Health?
A Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) is a supporting document to aid a Veteran in filing their claim. The DBQ aids the rater and the doctor in moving forward and helping to cut down wait time on the process. There are various DBQs that the VA has forms for, but the one we will discuss in […]
I’m a Veteran with PTSD, how do I file?
It’s time to get real about the Mental Health disability, PTSD. PTSD and violence can affect people differently after leaving active duty. This is why it’s critical to be up to date on what you qualify for and what that looks like for you! PTSD is a topic often avoided by anyone and everyone that […]
Is Rhinitis a VA Disability?
Rhinitis occurs when dealing with allergies, information of the nose, which causes stuffy nose runny nose, and is very annoying. As veterans, there is a way to get your rhinitis service-connected as a VA disability if done correctly. Rhinitis is susceptible to heavy pollen and dander within a vibrant environment. Dealing with Rhinitis on an […]
How long does a deferred VA Claim take?
Filing a VA Claim is quite a tedious process. There are many steps involved, yet it is definitely worth the time and effort. You served, and it is to your benefit to gather all of the pertinent information for the VA to review. Once you’ve compiled your information, you click the “submit” button, and you […]