Veterans: Disability Claims
Free Printables:
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Employment History (list deployment dates and duty stations)
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Previous Addresses
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Annual Reminders
Useful tools:
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eCFR (Code of Federal Regulations)
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Facebook Pages
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Veterans Claims Assistance Group
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Veterans VA Disability Claims, C&P Exams & Nexus Letter Assistance
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NVLSP-VA (the App)
Basic Steps for Filing for VA Disability:
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Veteran Services Officer (VSO)
Find a VSO in your area-FREE assistance to veterans and family members for anything VA-related.
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Intent to File
If you are considering filing for VA disability, this form sets a potential start date (the earlier the better).
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File a Disability Claim
Complete the Separation Health Assessment and the BDD (Benefits Delivery at Discharge) Claim (current Active Duty with more than 90 days remaining), or Fully Developed Claim (current Active Duty with less than 90 days remaining, retirees, and veterans).
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Attend C&P Exam(s)
When you attend Compensation and Pension (C&P) medical exams, the provider may fill out Document Based Questionaires (DBQ's) to help support your claims for disability benefits. There are several available that cover topics such as cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, mental health, etc., and many veterans find it helpful to review the DBQ's before their exams.
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Other Supporting Forms
Various forms that may be needed when applying for VA claims. Witness Statement, Alternate Signer, Priority Processing Request, and more.