How to Get a Military Shaving Waiver By Service Branch (2025 Update)

August 10, 2024

A military shaving waiver is a medical document that exempts service members from adhering to the standard clean-shaven appearance required by most branches of the U.S. military. This profile is... continue reading

Is There a Shaving Profile VA Rating?

If you served in the military, you're familiar with the strict grooming standards, including the requirement to maintain a clean-shaven appearance. For some service members, these standards lead... continue reading

C&P Exam for Pseudofolliculitis: What to Expect and How to Prepare!

If you've filed a VA claim for pseudofolliculitis, a skin condition prevalent among veterans, you can expect to be scheduled for an in-person Compensation & Pension (C&P)... continue reading

VA Shoulder Range of Motion Test Explained

VA Shoulder Range of Motion Test: What to Expect and How to Prepare!

August 9, 2024

Filing a VA disability claim for shoulder pain is an important first step toward securing the benefits you’ve rightfully earned through your service to our country. The next critical step is... continue reading

The VA Range of Motion Chart Explained

August 8, 2024

When applying for VA disability benefits for musculoskeletal conditions, the Range of Motion (ROM) measurements at your C&P exam play a critical role in determining the severity of your... continue reading

Range of Motion VA C&P Exam: What to Expect and How to Prepare!

If you’ve filed a VA claim for musculoskeletal conditions, you will likely be scheduled for an in-person Compensation & Pension (C&P). Understanding what to expect and how to prepare... continue reading

How to Secure a VA Rating for Bilateral Heel Spurs

August 7, 2024

As a veteran, you spent a significant time of your career on your feet. With that comes side effects like heel spurs, which can affect one or both feet. The good news is you may qualify... continue reading

C&P Exam for Shoulder Pain: What to Expect and How to Prepare!

If you’ve filed a VA claim for shoulder pain, including conditions like frozen shoulder, it’s likely you’ll be scheduled for an in-person Compensation & Pension (C&P)... continue reading

VA Prescription Coverage Eligibility Explained (2024 Update)

Hey Veterans, Brian Reese here, the VA Claims Insider, with everything you need to know about VA prescription coverage eligibility! Whether you’re navigating the complexities of VA healthcare... continue reading

How Long Does Evidence Gathering Review and Decision Take?

August 5, 2024

If you’ve filed your VA claim, you may wonder, “How long does evidence gathering review and decision take?” Since every VA claim is unique, the evidence gathering review and decision... continue reading

C&P Exam for PTSD Increase: What to Expect and How to Prepare!

August 4, 2024

Today, Brian Reese, the VA Claims Insider, will explain everything veterans need to know about a C&P exam for PTSD increase. It’s understandably scary and uncomfortable to get scheduled for... continue reading

How to Get a VA Disability Rating for Hypertension

If you’re dealing with high blood pressure—also called hypertension—you’re not alone. Roughly 37% of veterans suffer from this condition, making it the #1 most common chronic illness... continue reading

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