What is the Diverticulitis VA Rating?
Effective May 19, 2024, under the new Diagnostic Code (DC) 7327, veterans can get a Diverticulitis VA rating between 0% and 30% with a break at 20%. Your final VA rating for Diverticulitis... continue reading
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What is the VA Rating for Crohn’s Disease?
Effective May 19, 2024, under the new Diagnostic Code (DC) 7326, veterans can get a VA rating for Crohn’s disease from 10% to 100% with breaks at 30% and 60%. Your final Crohn's disease VA... continue reading
How Long Does a VA Supplemental Claim Take?
In 2024, the average time for a VA Supplemental Claim is 5-6 months from start to finish. The VA’s “goal” is to decide a Supplemental Claim in 125 days, but that’s not the reality... continue reading
How Long After Discharge Can I Apply for VA Disability?
A common question I hear veterans asking is, “Is it too late to file for VA disability?” Many veterans believe that they waited too long to file a claim and have missed their opportunity to... continue reading
90 Percent VA Disability: The 15 BEST Benefits!
Looking for the best benefits for 90 percent VA disability? You’ve come to the right place! Your 90 percent VA disability rating puts you in the highest priority group for... continue reading
What is the VA Rating for Barrett’s Esophagus?
Effective May 19, 2024, under the new Diagnostic Code (DC) 7207, veterans are now eligible for a VA rating for Barrett’s esophagus with or without esophageal stricture (narrowing of the esophagus,... continue reading
How Long Does a Higher Level Review Take?
In 2024, VA Higher Level Reviews are taking 6-8 months from start to finish. The VA’s published “goal” is to complete a HLR in 4-5 months, but that’s not reality right now. You can... continue reading
Can I Get Asthma and Sleep Apnea VA Disability?
In this post, we'll look at asthma and sleep apnea VA disability. We'll walk through how to get service connected, how to file your VA claim, how the VA rates asthma and sleep apnea, and... continue reading
So, you’ve filed your VA claim or appeal and now you want to track the status of your VA claim. In this short article, Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider explains the top 3 ways to check your VA... continue reading
VA Rating Changes for the Digestive System: The Ultimate Guide
This is your Ultimate Guide to the new VA ratings for digestive system conditions. The VA either added a new Diagnostic Code (DC) or changed the rating criteria for 47 conditions in 38 CFR... continue reading
Breaking Down the Burn Pit Disability Percentage
An estimated 3.5 million service members and veterans have been exposed to burn pits. Veterans who develop a VA-ratable condition due to burn pit exposure could qualify for VA disability... continue reading
What is the VA Rating for Celiac Disease?
Effective May 19, 2024, under the new Diagnostic Code (DC) 7355, veterans are now eligible for a VA rating for Celiac Disease ranging from 30% to 80% with a break at 50%. Your final Celiac... continue reading