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A Guide to the VA Disability Appeal Process

September 27, 2022 by Neil Woods

If you want to appeal the VA’s decision on your disability claim, your options in the VA appeal system depend on a variety of factors. This article explains how to navigate the process.

Filed under: Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA), Veterans Disability Appeals Process

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Protected and Stabilized VA Disability Ratings

September 16, 2022 by Neil Woods

Veterans with stabilized ratings have lived with a consistent disability for at least five years. Learn about the other levels of protection.

Filed under: VA Policies

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VA Disability Ratings for Prostate Conditions

September 14, 2022 by Neil Woods

The VA provides disability benefits for service-connected prostate conditions including prostate cancer and enlarged prostates.

Filed under: Cancer, Genitourinary and Gynecological Conditions

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Aid and Attendance VA Benefits

September 8, 2022 by Neil Woods

Veterans who need assistance with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and eating may be eligible to receive VA Aid and Attendance benefits.

Filed under: Special Monthly Compensation (SMC), VA Policies

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What are VA Disability Diagnostic Codes and Why Do They Matter?

September 6, 2022 by Neil Woods

How do VA disability diagnostic codes affect your rating, and what happens if your condition is not in the rating schedule? We explain.

Filed under: VA Disability Application Process, Veterans Disability Appeals Process

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VA Disability Ratings for High Blood Pressure

August 31, 2022 by Neil Woods

Hypertension is common among veterans and can be service connected. Learn how the VA rates high blood pressure on and off medication.

Filed under: Agent Orange, Cardiovascular, Circulatory System

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Understanding the Constrictive Bronchiolitis VA Rating

August 30, 2022 by Neil Woods

Veterans may be eligible for a constrictive bronchiolitis VA rating, particularly those who were exposed to burn pits in service.

Filed under: Burn Pits, Respiratory System

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TBI and PTSD in Veterans

August 25, 2022 by Neil Woods

Veterans who experienced a TBI during service are at higher risk for PTSD. Learn how the VA rates veterans with both conditions.

Filed under: Mental Health Conditions, Neurological System, PTSD

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VA Ratings for Lymphoma and Lymphatic Cancers

August 24, 2022 by Neil Woods

Lymphoma can be service connected either directly, as a secondary condition, or as a presumptive condition under certain circumstances.

Filed under: Cancer, Hemic and Lymphatic

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Can I Get VA Disability and SSDI?

August 18, 2022 by Neil Woods

Veterans are eligible to receive both TDIU and SSDI benefits. Make sure you know the different requirements for each.

Filed under: VA Policies

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VA Dental Disability Benefits

August 16, 2022 by Neil Woods

The VA does not rate all dental problems, but there are many they do. Many are service-connected as secondary conditions.

Filed under: Dental and Oral

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Why VA Claims Are Denied and What To Do About It

August 9, 2022 by Neil Woods

Here are some common reasons a veteran may be denied VA disability benefits and your options for appealing a claim.

Filed under: Veterans Disability Appeals Process

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Injuries to the arms and legs are entered separately from other ratings to account for the VA's bilateral factor. Here is an example of how our calculator works for a veteran with a 20% rating for a left hand injury and a 40% PTSD rating:

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