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How to File a Veterans Disability Claim

The claim of a veteran for disability is a crucial part of submitting an application for benefits. Many veterans who have their claims accepted receive additional monthly income which is tax-free.

It's not secret that VA is behind in the processing of claims for disability from veterans. The process can take months or even years.

Aggravation

A veteran might be able to claim disability compensation for a condition caused by their military service. This type of claim may be mental or physical. A VA lawyer who is certified can assist a former military member make an aggravated disability claim. A claimant must show through medical evidence or independent opinions, that their pre-service medical condition was made worse due to active duty.

Typically, the best way to demonstrate that a condition prior to service was aggravated is through an independent medical opinion by an expert doctor who is specialized in the condition of the veteran. In addition to the doctor's statement the veteran must also submit medical records as well as lay statements from family or friends who can attest to their pre-service condition.

It is important to note when submitting a claim for disability benefits for veterans disability law Firms that the aggravated condition must be different than the original disability rating. An attorney who is a disability attorney can help a former servicemember on how they can provide enough medical evidence and testimony to establish that their condition was not only aggravated through military service, but was worse than it would have been without the aggravating factor.

VA proposes to realign its two "aggravation standards" in its regulations, 38 CFR 3.306 and 3.310. The differing wording of these provisions has caused confusion and disagreement regarding the claims process. Particularly, the inconsistent use of terms like "increase in disability" and "any increase in severity" is the cause of disputes and uncertainty.

Conditions Associated with Service

To be eligible for benefits, veterans must prove the cause of their health or disability was caused by service. This is called showing "service connection." Service connection is automatically granted for certain conditions, like Ischemic heart diseases or any other cardiovascular conditions that develop because of specific amputations connected to service. For other conditions, such as PTSD veterans have to present documents or evidence from people who were their friends in the military to prove their condition to an specific incident that occurred during their time of service.

A pre-existing medical problem can be a result of service if it was aggravated because of active duty, and not the natural progression of disease. It is advisable to provide an official report from a doctor that explains that the aggravation of the condition was due to service, and not simply the natural progress of the disease.

Certain ailments and injuries are presumed to have been caused or aggravated by the service. These are called "presumptive diseases." This includes exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam and Korea veterans radiation exposure in Prisoners of War, as well as other Gulf War conditions. Some chronic illnesses and tropical diseases are also thought to be caused or worsened by military service. They include AL amyloidosis, chloracne or other acne-related diseases and porphyria cutsanea tarda multiple sclerosis, tuberculosis, and diabetes mellitus type 2. For more information about these presumptive conditions, click here.

Appeal

The VA has a process to appeal their decision on whether or not to grant benefits. The first step is filing an appeal called a Notice of Disagreement. Your VA-accredited attorney may submit this form on your behalf, but if they do not, you can file it yourself. This form is used to inform the VA you disagree with their decision and that you'd like a higher-level analysis of your case.

There are two routes to an upscale review that you should carefully consider. One is to request a private hearing with a Decision Review Officer from your regional office. The DRO will conduct a de novo (no consideration of previous decisions) review and either overturn the earlier decision or confirm the decision. You may or not be allowed to submit new evidence. You can also request an appointment with a Veterans Law judge at the Board of Veterans' Appeals, Washington D.C.

There are a variety of factors to consider when choosing the most appropriate route for your appeal, so it's important to discuss these options with your attorney who is accredited by the VA. They're experienced and know the best option for your case. They also understand the challenges that disabled veterans face which makes them a stronger advocate on your behalf.

Time Limits

You may be eligible for compensation if you have an impairment that you acquired or worsened in the course of serving in the military. You'll need to wait as the VA reviews and decides on your claim. You may have to wait up to 180 calendar days after submitting your claim before you get a decision.

Many factors influence the time it takes for the VA to determine your claim. The speed at which your claim will be considered is mostly determined by the volume of evidence you provide. The location of the field office that is responsible for your claim will also affect how long it takes for the VA to review your claim.

How often you check in with the VA on the status of your claim could affect the time it takes to complete the process. You can accelerate the process of filing a claim by making sure to submit all evidence as swiftly as you can. You should also provide specific details about the medical center you use, as well as providing any requested information.

You can request a more thorough review if you believe that the decision you were given regarding your disability was unjust. This requires you to submit all evidence in your case to a senior reviewer who can determine if there was an error in the initial decision. The review doesn't include any new evidence.

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