So you’re ready to file a VA claim. This is a great idea. Why? First of all, you’ve earned it. Your time in service comes with its rewards, and one of them is care. Why wouldn’t you... continue reading
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Want a Higher Level Review? Here’s what to Expect
If you are seeking a Higher Level Rating from the VA, you now have a year to appeal from receiving your VA decision. Just this year, on February 19, it was announced that the VA was switching to... continue reading
Mental health in Veterans and Next Steps
It is important that we understand mental health in Veterans and what next steps may look like. Mental health dominates every aspect of human life, and it controls the way we interact with our... continue reading
VETERANS! Let's learn about the VA Supplemental Appeal Claim. Many of you are already familiar with the RAMP program, especially if you've been previously denied. What we will be going over today is... continue reading
MST VA Rating Percentages (0%-100%)
In this post, we'll explain the different PTSD MST VA rating percentages and how the VA rates MST. Military Sexual Trauma (MST) frequently leads to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and... continue reading
Somatic Symptom Disorder VA Disability Ratings | 0-100%
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, limitations, and... continue reading
How do I start the VA Claims Process?
“I don’t even know where to start the VA claims process. The VA is confusing, there’s so much information to consume, and we talk about getting conditions service-connected, but what about the... continue reading
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 most common reasons why VA claims get denied, and how to easily... continue reading
8 Tips for the Best VA NEXUS Letter
Insiders, we are here to help you achieve the best VA nexus letter to submit with your VA disability claim. The nexus is considered to be the hardest aspect to prove a service connection to a... continue reading
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 “buddy letter” or “buddy statement.” A buddy statement can be... continue reading
Is It Time To Challenge A Service-Connected Condition?
Are you ready 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... continue reading
What does “DBQ Recommended for the VA” mean?
DBQ Recommended for the VA: Why do we stress DBQ’s here at VA Claims Insider? Why do we give access to licensed medical professionals when you join our Elite and Mastery programs? Because they... continue reading