Tips for Filing Your VA Sleep Apnea Claim Before the Shakeup
38 CFR § 4.97, Sleep Apnea In the words of the great Bob Dylan, “The Times They Are A-Changin’”—and that applies to your sleep apnea claim. We’ve been hearing for a while about upcoming changes to VA ratings for sleep apnea, and they could happen any day now. If you suspect that you have sleep […]
Get a Winning Nexus Letter for Your VA Claim
The VA claims process can feel impossible…especially if you’ve been denied in the past. How do you break through the mass of bureaucracy and finally get the rating you are entitled to? The good news is, there are ways to crack the code. With the right strategy and the right evidence, you have a strong […]
The Easiest Way to Get a 100% VA Rating for PTSD
PTSD: 38 CFR 4.130 If you served in the military and have PTSD, you’re in very good company. PTSD is one of the most common VA claims, and we don’t have to tell you how much it can mess up your life. Do I Have PTSD? If you suspect you have PTSD but aren’t sure, […]
Increase Your VA Rating with These 3 Simple Steps
The VA can feel like a monstrous, mysterious machine. All you know is that you served your country, you got hurt in the process, you were promised certain things, and now the VA is denying you. You know you are entitled to more compensation, but you don’t know how to convince the VA—nor do you […]
Are You Eligible for a VA Disability Increase for GERD?
38 CFR 4.114, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) On May 19, 2024, the VA rating criteria for GERD changed. You may be wondering if the change was good or bad for veterans. The answer is a little bit of both, depending on your condition. The good: The highest rating for GERD used to be 60%, but […]
5 Steps for Getting a VA Rating for Tinnitus
Do you have a near-constant ringing in your ears? Maybe it is a buzzing noise or even a hissing sound? You aren’t alone. Tinnitus is the most common disability among veterans, with over 2.5 million 1 veterans receiving disability benefits because of tinnitus. For some, tinnitus might be a nuisance, but it is a life-altering condition for […]
Why Now is the Perfect Time to Seek a 100% Disabled Veterans Benefits Rating
With public scrutiny of government spending at a high in today’s political climate, some are pointing fingers at veterans. There’s even an accusation floating around that up to 50% of veterans are committing fraud with the VA disability system. People close to the system know that this is false. In fact, many veterans’ advocates believe […]
Don’t Do This at Your VA C&P Exam
The Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam is one of the most important steps in your VA disability claims process. It is a medical evaluation conducted by a VA-appointed healthcare provider to assess the severity of your disability and determine its connection to military service. The outcome of this exam can significantly impact the approval and […]
How to Maximize Your VA Disability Rating with a Buddy Letter
The vast majority of veterans are underrated by the VA. Are you in that category, too? If so, you don’t have to stay that way. There are processes for submitting a “bulletproof” claim to the VA and getting the rating you deserve. Many veterans are scared of applying for a VA disability increase because it sounds so […]
Help for Combat-related PTSD and other Mental Health Disorders
Most of us sensed that nothing would ever be the same after September 11, 2001. This was especially true for military members and their families. The 9/11 terrorist attack would kick off the Global War on Terror, which would pull 1.9 to 3 million U.S. service members1 into operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. More than half […]