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Secondary Conditions, the overlooked claim

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Most veterans are already aware of filing claims for a direct service-connected condition. This is when a veteran’s military service directly causes a medical condition. For example, a paratrooper broke his ankle on an airborne jump. During the veteran’s remaining time in service, it continued to give him problems until he separated. After leaving the […]

The VA Claims Insider M21-1 VA Rater Handbook

The VA Claims Insider M21-1 VA Rater Handbook The VA Claims Insider M21-1 VA Rater Handbook M21 1 Logo

Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider Team have created an easy to read and browse M21-1 VA Rater Handbook by keyword! Why? The VA Raters have a manual which explains every single condition, how it is rated, and what to award Veterans accordingly. Unfortunately, the manual can be difficult to read and understand. Which is […]

Veterans with PTSD and service dogs

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Living with PTSD is often an invisible reality for many Veterans. With a staggering 20-22 estimated Veteran suicides a day, there truly is a need for alternative treatments for Veterans with physical and mental health challenges. This blog will focus on the mental health side of the conversation. A new and groundbreaking therapy being used […]

Total and Permanent Disability VA: The Definitive Guide

Total and Permanent Disability VA: The Definitive Guide total and permanent disability va

Total and Permanent Disability VA, also known as 100 percent P&T, applies to veterans whose disabilities are Total (any impairment of mind or body which is sufficient to render it impossible for the average person to follow a substantially gainful occupation) AND Permanent (impairment is reasonably certain to continue throughout the life of the disabled […]

Can I get service-connected disability for my feet?

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Did you know that you can apply for VA claims for your feet?! There are so many unfiled claims for your feet, simply because many people don’t know about it! When considering filing a claim with the VA, there are specific criteria each Veteran’s condition must meet. Today, we will be talking about foot claims […]

Want a Higher Level Review? Here’s what to Expect

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Just this year, on February 19, it was announced that the VA was switching to the new veteran’s appeals law called the Appeals Modernization Act (or, AMA). This marked the end of the VA’s RAMP program, under which it could take as long as three to seven years to have your appeal decided. With the […]