Articles by VA Claims Insider

Perhaps the biggest myth surrounding CHAMPVA is that it doesn't exist. CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) is among the many benefits not... continue reading

A common question asked by veterans filing a claim for VA benefits is, "How long do VA claims take?” The time it takes to receive a decision on a VA claim can vary depending on several... continue reading

PTSD can take a lot from you, but it doesn't need to end your chance for an excellent post-military career. If the very idea of finding and holding down a job sounds overwhelming, you're not alone.... continue reading

Why Disabled Veteran Leave matters: A soldier returns from a combat zone with a traumatic brain injury caused by a landmine explosion. He is released from military duty and applies for a job... continue reading

Too many disabled veterans find themselves in difficult situations on the job–wanting to contribute and earn a living but dealing with employers who won’t give them a fair shake. Too many... continue reading

Do you feel excessively tired during the day, even after a full night’s sleep? Wake up irritable or with an aching head? Have trouble focusing? You may have sleep apnea. With sleep apnea, your... continue reading

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects anywhere from 11 to 30% of veterans, depending on the conflict they were involved with. For... continue reading

A 2021 study examined suicide rates in the U.S. military, and the results were staggering. Since the tragedy of 9/11, there have been four times as many deaths by suicide among service members and... continue reading

The body is highly interconnected. What happens in the foot can affect the ankle. That can affect the knee, the hips, the back, and the neck. That’s why at VA Claims Insider, we’re big... continue reading

If you're a veteran who receives both retired pay and VA compensation, you may have heard of CRDP and CRSC. But what's the difference between CRDP vs CRSC? Keep reading to find... continue reading

You've served and earned your VA disability compensation and deserve to keep every penny. But in some cases, the law allows another person to be paid a portion of your benefits. This is called... continue reading