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How do I start the VA Claims Process?
“I don’t even know where to start. The VA is confusing, there’s so much information to consume, and we talk about getting conditions service-connected, but
VA Disability for Somatic Symptom Disorder
Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD), previously called Chronic Pain Syndrome, means a veteran is having a considerable focus on his/her physical symptoms, such as pain, weakness,
8 Tips for the Best NEXUS Letter
The nexus is considered to be the hardest aspect to prove a service connection to a veteran’s current disability claim. Without sufficient evidence or a
Was Your VA Claim Denied? Try This!
As a fellow disabled Veteran, I realize it can be extremely frustrating to have your VA claim denied. In this post, I share the two
Buddy Statement to WIN Your Claim
One tactic that is often underutilized when filing a claim is the use of a statement in support of claim often referred to as a
Is It Time To Challenge A Service-Connected Condition?
Approximately 95% of the veterans we speak to are seeking an increase to their service-connected condition. However, most don’t know how much of an increase
The Complete VA Disability Claims List
Disabled veterans are eligible for VA disability benefits and can use the VA Claims Insider service connected disabilities list, which lists 833 possible VA disabilities,
What does DBQ recommended for the VA mean?
Why do we stress DBQ’s here at VA Claims Insider? Why do we give access to our Doctors to get DBQ’s when you join our
How to Get a VA Rating for PTSD and Depression
Veterans, in this post, I break down the VA Rating for PTSD and Depression. VA claims for PTSD and Depression are rated on the same
3 Things the VA MUST see to award you Compensation
Let’s talk about some essential items to consider when filing a VA disability claim. We speak to clients frequently who do not understand why the
Total and Permanent Disability VA: The Definitive Guide
Total and Permanent Disability VA, also known as 100 percent P&T, applies to veterans whose disabilities are Total (meets total disability definition below) AND Permanent
What do I need to win a VA Claim?
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” -Benjamin Franklin This is one of my all-time favorite quotes. And a perfect quote to apply
How to get 100 VA disability from the VA for PTSD
A lot of veterans suffering from service connected PTSD want to know how to get 100 VA disability from the VA for PTSD. According to
Can you claim IBS for VA Disability?
Over the years, we’ve seen claims for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) get denied as it can be a challenging illness to prove as service-connected. On
4 reminders before walking into your C&P exam!
Most Veterans who are in the process of completing their VA Disability claim are subject to a Compensation and Pension Exam (C&P Exam). The C&P examiner
5 Reasons Why Veterans Don’t Need a Veteran Service Officer
Veterans, I’ll be the first to admit I love our Veteran Service Officer. We need accredited VSOs and accredited claim agents to help you navigate
The Complete Guide to the Duty MOS Noise Exposure Listing
Hi Veterans, in this blog post, I’ve broken down the Duty MOS Noise Exposure Listing by branch of service, officer versus enlisted, job title, and
Top 10 Most Common VA Disability Claims
Veterans, how would you like to learn about the top 10 most common VA disability claims, using SECRET VA disability claims data as your guide?