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Why would a VA rater deem a medical examination / private medical evidence as insufficient?
After going through the efforts of trying to gather competent evidence  for your VA disability benefits claim, the VA can still deem your...
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What is a fully developed VA claim, and why is it important for veterans who are filing for VA disability benefits?
No veteran wants to be stuck waiting around to hear back  from the VA regarding their claim outcome. The good news is, if you submit a...
Sep 12 min read
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Why VA records alone aren’t enough: The case for private medical evidence
There's a lot of debate among veterans when it comes to choosing a private medical evidence provider , and also whether or not it's...
Aug 253 min read
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How veterans can measure minimal alterations in their body mechanics
"Body mechanics" sounds complicated, and it can be – but it's basically a term to explain the connection between different parts of the...
Aug 183 min read
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What is fine particulate matter in relation to burn pits?
Burn pits are open-air areas used by the US military to dispose of waste by burning it in an uncontrolled area. Many veterans, especially...
Aug 112 min read
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What is multiple sclerosis (MS), and why can filing a VA disability benefits claim for it be difficult?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) has a lot of vague symptoms, which can make it confusing when it comes to diagnosis and getting VA disability...
Aug 53 min read
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The VA has updated the definition for Medically Unexplained Chronic Multi-Symptom Illness (MUCMI). Read the updates here
Medically Unexplained Chronic Multi-Symptom Illness  (typically shortened to MUCMI) is the condition label used when symptoms don't fit...
Jul 283 min read
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7 women-specific veteran organizations
By the year 2040, women veterans are projected to  make up 40% of the military force – a massive increase compared to 2000 when women...
Jul 212 min read
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What is Military Sexual Trauma (MST)?
Military sexual trauma, often shortened to MST, refers to any and all sexual assault and sexual harassment that is experienced during...
Jul 142 min read
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