VA Tinnitus C&P Exam: What to Expect and How to Prepare

February 26, 2024

If you’ve filed a VA claim for Tinnitus, chances are you’re going to be scheduled for a VA Tinnitus C&P exam. In this high-value blog post, you’ll learn "what" to expect and "how" to... continue reading

VA Disability List of Conditions From A to Z: The Definitive Guide (2025 Update)

February 20, 2024

Did you know the VA’s official disability list includes over 900 conditions eligible for service-connected disability benefits? In this Definitive Guide, VA disability expert Brian Reese... continue reading

How to File for VA Disability Increase Online (15-Step Tutorial)

February 19, 2024

Today, Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider will teach you how to file for VA disability increase online at VA.gov. This 15-step tutorial also includes helpful explanations and screenshots so you... continue reading

VA Disability Changes: Here’s What Veterans Can Expect in 2024!

February 18, 2024

Huge VA disability changes are coming this year regarding how the VA reviews and rates Mental Health, Sleep Apnea, Tinnitus, and GERD to include Acid Reflux. The exact implementation dates... continue reading

Top 100 VA Disability Claims List From A to Z [2025 Edition]

February 16, 2024

Hi Fellow Veterans, Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider here! Welcome to the 2025 edition of the Top 100 VA Disability Claims List From A to Z. This comprehensive list of the top VA disability... continue reading

VA Disability for Acid Reflux: Changes Coming Soon!

February 14, 2024

Changes to VA disability for acid reflux could be coming by the summer or fall of 2024. Why? The VA has proposed to add a new Diagnostic Code (DC) 7206 for rating Gastroesophageal Reflux... continue reading

Do I Need a Nexus Letter for Presumptive Conditions?

February 13, 2024

No, you don’t need a Nexus Letter for presumptive conditions. Why? Because a presumptive disability condition does not have a specific “Nexus” requirement under the law. In fact, the... continue reading

How to Download Your VA Certificate of Eligibility Online in 3 Steps!

February 7, 2024

Thanks to the new Request for a Certificate of Eligibility (VA Form 26-1880) automatic download feature, it’s easier and faster than ever to download your VA Certificate of Eligibility... continue reading

3 Best Veterans Charity Pick Up Programs [2025]

January 31, 2024

Have you ever wished there were veterans charity pick up programs that allowed you to donate your items directly to support our U.S. military veterans? Well, I've got some great news for you... continue reading

Can I Get VA Disability for Obesity?

January 27, 2024

No, you can’t get VA disability for obesity via direct service connection as there is no separate VA rating for obesity under the law. However, it is still possible to service connect obesity... continue reading

What are Disability Ratings for VA Benefits?

January 25, 2024

Disability ratings for VA benefits range from 0% to 100% with breaks at 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, and 90%. The VA will assign a "combined" rating percentage based upon the severity... continue reading

Sleep Apnea Secondary to PTSD Denied? Here’s The Top 3 Reasons Why!

January 17, 2024

In this post, Brian Reese the VA Claims Insider explains why the VA likely said: “Sleep Apnea Secondary to PTSD Denied” in your VA decision letter. What’s the bottom line? It is hard to... continue reading

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