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Many veterans are denied VA disability benefits due to gaps in care. How can it be avoided?
In regards to VA disability benefits, "gaps in care" refer to the periods of time that veterans went without receiving medical treatment...
Oct 14, 20243 min read
A medical nexus can be the most important document of a veterans VA disability claim file. Here's what you need to know
If you're preparing to file a VA disability benefits claim, you'll want to make sure you've reviewed all of the requirements to do so. In...
Oct 7, 20242 min read
Veterans need a documented service event before they can get evaluated by the VA. Here's what that means
Getting ready to file a VA disability benefits claim? You're in the right place; this blog is for you. To avoid complications later on,...
Oct 2, 20242 min read
What veterans need to know about the VA's 5, 10, and 20 year rules regarding VA disability benefits
Did you know the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has specific rules in place to protect disability benefits for veterans?...
Sep 23, 20242 min read
How can service dogs benefit veterans?
Service animals come in many different species (dogs, miniature horses, pigs, even monkeys!), but the most common are service dogs, who...
Sep 16, 20242 min read
What to know about choosing a private medical evidence provider for VA disability benefits
Getting your private medical evidence is an important part of the VA disability benefits claim process. What's even more important,...
Sep 9, 20242 min read
Did you know? DBQs completed by non-VA providers are widely accepted
What's a DBQ, and why is it important for veterans? For starters: DBQ stands for "disability benefits questionnaire", and is simply a VA...
Sep 2, 20243 min read
The most common complications of diabetes by body system
What is diabetes, and how can it impact the different areas of the body? In short, diabetes occurs when the body's blood sugar levels...
Aug 26, 20242 min read
The VA recently updated rating criteria for diabetes, including new medications. Here's what veterans need to know
As of June 6th 2024, the VA has made changes effective to the rating criteria for diabetes regarding VA disability benefits. Diabetes is...
Aug 19, 20243 min read
Did you know? There’s no regulatory time to file a VA supplemental claim
The VA has made a lot of changes in the last few months, and we're here to cover all of them each week. Recently, the VA's rules...
Aug 12, 20242 min read
What is PTSD and how can Veterans get VA disability benefits for it?
Mental health conditions are common among Veterans who have been through challenges during their military service. Post-traumatic stress...
Aug 5, 20242 min read
How PTSD can worsen physical health conditions
Post-traumatic stress disorder, known as PTSD , affects around 7% of Veterans at some point throughout their life, according to data...
Jul 29, 20242 min read
How long does it take to hear back about a VA disability benefits claim?
It's a common question we hear from many Veterans who file a VA disability benefits claim: "How long does it take to hear back about my...
Jul 22, 20242 min read
What is Meniere’s Disease and how can Veterans get VA disability benefits for it?
Meniere's Disease is a common inner ear problem, and sometimes it can occur from specific injuries from service events or wear and tear...
Jul 14, 20243 min read
What is vertigo and how can Veterans get VA disability benefits for it?
Benign positional vertigo (BPV), also known simply as dizziness or vertigo – happens to a lot of people, including Veterans. This...
Jul 8, 20243 min read
What is the VA’s rating scale for hearing loss?
Research from the VA revealed that over 1.3 million Veterans received disability benefits for hearing loss in 2020. That number would be...
Jul 3, 20242 min read
The most difficult conditions to get VA disability benefits for
Some conditions are easier than others when it comes to getting VA disability benefits as a Veteran. While conditions such as sleep...
Jun 24, 20243 min read
What is tinnitus and how can Veterans get VA disability benefits for it?
Most Veterans have heard of tinnitus – and that's because it's a common condition among those who have served in the military. Not only...
Jun 17, 20242 min read
6 ways for veterans to get better quality sleep
Difficulty sleeping is a common health issue with Veterans, whether attributed to a condition such as sleep apnea, or mental health...
Jun 10, 20243 min read
3 things you can do if your VA disability benefits claim was denied
So, your VA disability benefits claim got denied – or maybe you disagree with the decision that was made. Now what? It might feel...
Jun 3, 20243 min read
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