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The most up-to-date and accurate information on Veteran Nexus Letters, Telemedicine, VA medical claims, benefits, and ratings, for veterans worldwide.
Top 10 Questions About the Upcoming VA Tinnitus Rating Changes
Tinnitus is one of the most claimed VA disabilities, affecting over 3.2 million veterans according a 2024 VA compensation report. But big VA tinnitus rating changes are coming in 2025. The VA is planning to update how tinnitus is rated under the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD), and this shift could significantly impact both […]
Radiculopathy VA Disability Ratings
You may qualify for a radiculopathy VA rating if your condition directly results from your military service. Radiculopathy, a nerve disorder caused by spinal compression or inflammation, can lead to debilitating pain, weakness, and numbness in the arms or legs. In this post, we examine how the VA rates radiculopathy, the steps to establish a […]
When Do You Need a Nexus Letter for a VA Claim?
VA disability claims can be complex and frustrating, particularly when it comes to proving service connection for your condition. A Nexus Letter is often the missing piece that help veterans establish the link between their military service and their current disability. But when do you need a Nexus Letter for a VA claim? In this […]
How Much Weight Does a C&P Exam Have?
In this blog, we’ll break down the critical role of the C&P exam, how to tell if your exam went well, what could go wrong during the process, and how to access your C&P exam results. If you are a veteran navigating the VA disability claims process, you’ve likely encountered or heard about the Compensation […]
How a PTSD DBQ Enhances Your VA Disability Claim
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common disability claims among veterans. If you are a veteran with a current PTSD diagnosis, you may qualify for VA disability benefits regardless of where or when you served in the armed forces. This blog examines what a PTSD Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) form is, how […]
6 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Migraines
Chronic (long-term) migraines often cause or worsen other severe conditions, such as sleep, mood, and digestive disorders. If you are a veteran, receiving, or applying for migraine disability compensation, you may be interested in knowing that if your service-connected migraine condition leads to a VA-ratable secondary condition, you could be entitled to a higher VA […]
8 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Hypertension
If you have service-connected hypertension, you may be eligible for a higher VA disability rating—especially if your high blood pressure has caused or worsened another VA-ratable health condition. The VA recognizes several secondary conditions to hypertension, including heart disease, kidney disease, and even erectile dysfunction (ED). In this post, we’ll examine how high blood pressure […]
How a GERD DBQ Strengthens Your VA Claim
Researchers estimate that approximately 20% of people in the U.S. have a gastrointestinal disorder called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you were diagnosed with GERD, you most likely know how its symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life because GERD is more than just an occasional experience of indigestion. If you feel your GERD was […]
How To Administer Semaglutide Injections A Step-by-Step Guide
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly 50 percent of Americans attempt to lose weight each year, and the World Health Organization (WHO) says that complications from obesity or being overweight kill at least 2.8 million people yearly in what the organization calls a “global epidemic. These statistics follow the same […]