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VA Claims Insider Podcast

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Hi Veterans, welcome to the VA Claims Insider Podcast! We’re Veterans helping Veterans get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve. I’m your host, Air Force service-disabled veteran Brian Reese, and each week we share VA disability claim tips, strategies, and lessons learned to help you win, service-connect, and get rated at the appropriate level, even if you’ve already filed or been denied!
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#69: How VA Disability IMPACTS Our Families, Be Uncomfortably Vulnerable (*Eye Opening*)

Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I want to talk to you about HOW our VA Disabilities impacts our families. Many of us don't take into account the tolls that our Mental Health (PTSD, Depression, Anciety, etc) for example has on our loved ones. There are also benefits available to your loved ones in the form of healthcare and education if you are properly rated. It's critical that we acknowledge these issues, talk about them in community and help one another work through these t...

Nov 27, 20201 hr 23 min

#68: New for 2020! How to file a VA disability Claim for Somatic Symptom Disorder [SSD]

David "DP" Pineda and Veteran Coach Dr. Mike Smith discuss How to File a VA Disability Claim for Somatic Symptom Disorder [SSD]. The majority of Veterans have never even heard of SSD before and are missing out on these high value claims! Don't leave money on the table! Get the right VA claim strategy and start FREE now: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com ***Video Timestamps & Resources*** ⏩ 00:00 VA Claims Insider intro ⏩ 03:30 Explaining the Doctor aspect ⏩ 10:00 Military stress fractures ...

Nov 20, 20201 hr 11 minEp. 68

#67: Top 5 Secondary Service Connection VA Claims You NEED to Know (*NEW* Tips for 2021)

In this video, VA Claims Insider covers the Top 5 Secondary Service Connection VA Claims and what you need to do to get them service connected! If you need help along the way, please join us at http://vaclaimsinsiderelite.com for your free consultation to get started! ****Timestamps & Resources**** ⏩ 00:00 Top 5 Secondary Service Connection VA Claims ⏩ 02:55 What if you didn't see the doctor while in service? ⏩ 09:05 Want to work with Maranda or Brandon? ⏩ 09:30 Secondary Conditions to Sleep...

Nov 13, 202049 minEp. 67

#66: VA Disability Rates 2021 *REVEALED* + 5 Tips to INCREASE Your VA Disability Pay | VA Claims Insider

In today's video tutorial, I'm going to reveal and explain the *NEW* VA disability rates 2021 (to include the COLA 2021 increase of 1.3%) along with 5 expert tips to increase your VA disability pay. So, what will you learn in this new video? 💥Tip #1: The 2021 COLA increase for disabled veterans is 1.3%. First, you’ll discover that disabled veterans with a 10% combined VA disability rating or higher will first see a 1.3% COLA increase on their January 2021 direct deposit payment. For example, if...

Nov 06, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 66

#65: Veteran Suicide, breaking down the wall! {Your Life Matters}

Hello fellow veterans! Maranda Boggs here and I am a Veteran Coach with VA Claims Insider. Today I wanted to tough topic to talk about and that is veteran suicide. Based on the statistics, roughly 22 veterans a day commit suicide. That number is too high and we all need to do our part to combat this pandemic. If you are having thoughts of suicide please reach out to a friend, family member or the suicide hotline for help. Your Life Matters! ⏩ 00:00 VA Claims Insiders ⏩ 01:00 22 Veterans A Day ⏩ ...

Oct 30, 202030 minEp. 65

#64: Presumptive conditions and how can they play a tremendous part in your VA disability claim!

Hey veterans! Veteran Coach Brian Radel and Stacey Allen here from VA Claims Insider and today we are going to go over Presumptive conditions and how can they play a tremendous part in your VA disability claim! Presumptive conditions are commonly overlooked and can add to the evidence you need to win your claim! ***TIMESTAMPS & LINKS*** ⏩ 00:00 Welcome to VA Claims Insider ⏩ 01:50 Introducing Veteran Coach Stacey Allen ⏩ 02:30 Introducing Veteran Coach Brian Radel ⏩ 07:20 Examples of some Pr...

Oct 23, 202039 minEp. 64

#63: The Most Overlooked Secondary Claims in 2020!

Hello, I’m Laura Page, a Veteran Coach with VA Claims Insider and today I am explaining The Most Overlooked Secondary Claims for 2020! You may be asking yourself what is a secondary claim or I’ve never even heard of that before! Well I will be walking you through that here today! As always if you need help with your claim you can sign up at http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com to get started! ***TIMESTAMPS & LINKS*** ⏩ 00:00 Welcome I’m Laura Page ⏩ 01:00 What is a secondary claim? ⏩ 01:30 St...

Oct 16, 202044 minEp. 63

#62: Military Sexual Trauma (MST), Pushing Past the Stigma! Part 2

Hello fellow Veterans, DP Veteran Master Coach with Team Champions and today along with fellow Veteran Coach Amy and Jen a licensed trauma therapist and we will be discussing Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and discussing the tolls it takes on veterans and how you can claim a VA disability claim for MST. If you want to work with Team Champions you can sign up at http://www.joinVACI.com What is MST? “The definition used by the VA comes from Federal law (Title 38 U.S. Code 1720D) and is psychological...

Oct 09, 20201 hr 16 minEp. 62

#61: Military Sexual Trauma (MST), Pushing Past the Stigma! Part 1

Hello fellow Veterans, DP Veteran Master Coach with Team Champions and today along with fellow Veteran Coach Amy and Jen a licensed trauma therapist and we will be discussing Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and discussing the tolls it takes on veterans and how you can claim a VA disability claim for MST. If you want to work with Team Champions you can sign up at http://www.joinVACI.com What is MST? “The definition used by the VA comes from Federal law (Title 38 U.S. Code 1720D) and is psychological...

Aug 26, 202053 minEp. 61

#60: Migraine Disability VA Claims (Headaches) in 2020 [What You *REALLY NEED* to Know!]

Veterans, Brian Reese VA Claims Insider here, and today I have Veteran Master Coach Terrell Murrell and some of his fellow veteran coaches to discuss Migraine Disability VA Claims. Have you found yourself dealing with prostrating and uncontrollable migraines? You’re not alone, the sad truth is the majority of veterans deal with them and don’t know how to connect them. We will discuss tips and explain what you need to win your claim and start getting the rating and compensation you deserve! ***TI...

Aug 13, 202056 minEp. 60

#59: A Legendary Journey Dealing with Invisible Injuries and PTSD Service Dogs

Brian Reese here, from VA Claims Insider, and today I’m with Veteran Master Coach DP, with VACI Champions. We are going on A Legendary Journey Dealing with Invisible Injuries and PTSD Service Dogs! If you need help signup and VACI Champions can assist http://www.joinVACI.com TIMESTAMPS & LINKS ⏩ 18:00 The invisible journey ⏩ 19:25 Don’t bring me problems, bring me solutions ⏩ 20:20 The invisible injuries and having a service dog ⏩ 21:00 A service dog is a sense of independence ⏩ 24:15 You ar...

Jul 30, 20201 hr 10 minEp. 59

#58: Back Pain, What You NEED TO KNOW to Maximize Your VA Disability Rating!

Veterans, want the expert's guide to back pain? Brian Reese here, from VA Claims Insider, and today I’m with Veteran Master Coach Richard Shuminsky and the Increase Hunters. We are going to explain VA claims for back pain and what you need to know to maximize your VA disability rating in 2020! BOOM! Are you finally ready to get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve? Complete our 3-step intake and get started now for FREE: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com ***Back Pain, What you...

Jul 19, 202053 minEp. 58

#57: Battlefield Lessons Learned: The Missing Links to Win Your VA Disability Claim (NEW TIPS!)

Veterans, do you know your story and how to clearly state that for your VA disability claim? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider and today I’m with Veteran Master Coach Terrell Murrell diving deep into the VA claim process. We discuss battlefield lessons learned and how they can affect your VA disability claim. We also have an exciting announcement for the future of VA Claims Insider for 2020! TIMESTAMPS & LINKS ⏩ 01:00 VAvengers Veteran Master Coach introduction ⏩ 05:19 Navy Vetearn Ter...

Jul 03, 202052 minEp. 57

#56: VA Disability Claims for Plantar Fasciitis (NEW Tips in 2020!)

Veterans, do you suffer from severe foot pain? Do you just have the suck it up and go on with life mindset? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider and I want you to know you may be suffering from an issue known as Plantar Fasciitis. Today I’ll be explaining how VA Disability Claims for Plantar Fasciitis are Rated in 2020! ⏩ 12:45 How are VA disability claims for plantar fasciitis are rated? ⏩ 13:13 What is a rating for plantar fasciitis based on? ⏩ 15:15 Signs and symptoms to look for ⏩ 16:45 I...

Jun 22, 202030 minEp. 56

#55: Why a Great Buddy Letter Can Help You Win Your VA Claim!

Veterans, want to know the key to writing a winning buddy letter? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m telling you why a great buddy letter can help you win your VA claim and get the rating and compensation you deserve! BOOM! TIMESTAMPS & LINKS ⏩ 05:10 Lay statement, buddy letters they all mean the same thing ⏩ 07:00 You want to prove the Nexus ⏩ 11:00 Someone who’s is 18 years or older and has first hand knowledge can write a buddy letter ⏩ 13:35 What type of statement wi...

Jun 12, 202039 minEp. 55

#54: Veteran Coaches Discuss Non-Combat PTSD, SSD and Waiting Years After Service to File a Claim

Veterans, want to learn about non-combat PTSD and SSD? DP here, Veteran Master Coach from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m here with my fellow veteran coaches to talk to you about non-combat PTSD, SSD, and waiting years after service to file a claim! Hosts: VMC DP, VCs Tyrone Brown, Sean Gavitt, and Brian Lofton Topic: Three Infantry Disabled Vets Talk About Non-Combat PTSD, SSD and Waiting Years Before Filing a Claim Background: All three VCs have personal experience on the topic, and served p...

Jun 03, 202048 minEp. 54

#53: How to Get a VA Disability Rating for Depression (*LIVE* with VA Claims Insider)

Veterans, want to learn how to get a VA Disability Rating for Depression? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m going to teach you how to get a VA Rating for Depression and how to become comfortable being uncomfortably vulnerable! Try saying that 3 times fast! TIMESTAMPS & LINKS ⏩ 07:30 How VA disability claims for mental health are rated ⏩ 08:35 What do mental health ratings depend on? ⏩ 12:00 Can I file a claim for depression if I am already rated for PTSD? ⏩ 15:00 The 3 ...

May 21, 202042 minEp. 53

#52: Secondary Service Connection SECRETS You NEED to Know!

Veterans, here are the Secondary Service Connection SECRETS You Need to KNOW! Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m going to share with you secondary service connection secrets you need to know. ***TIMESTAMPS & LINKS*** ⏩ 00:16 What is our mission? ⏩ 01:15 Sign up with our Free 3 step intake process ⏩ 01:50 Secondary service connection secrets ⏩ 03:00 The two types of claims you can file ⏩ 05:05 You need to prove the Nexus ⏩ 07:00 What is an example of a logical link? ⏩ 08:...

May 11, 202039 minEp. 52

#51: How to File a VA Claim for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Presumptive Disability to Gulf War Syndrome!)

Veterans, want to learn how to file a VA disability claim for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m going to show you how to win, service connect, and prove your symptoms to help you get the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome VA Rating you deserve by law. I'll also be covering ways to get presumptive service connection due to Gulf War Syndrome. --TIMESTAMPS & LINKS-- ⏩ 00:45 Little know facts about Brian Reese VA Claims Insider ⏩ 02:15 Stop and think about s...

May 04, 202057 minEp. 50

#50: Top 25 Disabled Veteran Benefits (You Might Not Know About!)

Veterans, want to learn the Top 25 Disabled Veteran Benefits available to you right now? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m going to teach you the best disabled veteran benefits for 2020. Make sure you stay tuned in until the end, I’ve included a FREE bonus just for you! ***TIMESTAMPS & LINKS*** ⏩ 01:04 Some times you have to take the leap! ⏩ 09:55 Get you butt to the Dr ⏩ 13:39 What is the standard of proof ⏩ 15:15 Get a medical Nexus letter ⏩ 18:30 The VA is looking fo...

Apr 21, 202054 minEp. 50

#49: Top 5 BEST Ways to IMPROVE Your VA PTSD Claim in 2020 (NEW TIPS!)

Veterans, want to learn how to WIN your VA PTSD claim and potentially get a HIGHER VA disability rating for PTSD, even if you’ve already been denied? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m going to teach you the 5 best ways to improve your VA disability claim for PTSD in 2020. ***TIMESTAMPS & LINKS*** ⏩ 00:35 You have the power Veterans! ⏩ 01:24 Shocking veteran PTSD statistics ⏩ 02:48 VA Suicide Prevention Hotline - Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 ⏩ 06:45 Why does VA Claims...

Apr 11, 20201 hr 8 min

#48: Top 5 Reasons to Get Your VA Disability Increase Submitted ASAP (NEW TIPS!)

✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY to get the VA Disability Increase you deserve by law, and have licensed medical professionals get started on your VA disability claim for FREE: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com Veterans, in this Video, "Top 5 Reasons to Get YOUR VA Disability Increase Claims Submitted ASAP" I will outline why NOW is the time to INCREASE YOUR VA DISABILITY RATING! 👇🏻Timestamps & Links👇🏻 ⏩ 6:17 Top 5 Reasons to Get Your VA Disability Increase Claims Submitted ASAP ⏩ ...

Apr 03, 20201 hrEp. 48

#47: How to Get a 70% VA Rating for Radiculopathy [NEW TIPS!]

✔️Wondering how to get a 70% VA Rating for Radiculopathy? In this video, Brian Reese breaks down the Veterans Benefits for Radiculopathy step-by-step. Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and have licensed medical professionals get started on your VA Disability Claim for FREE: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com 👇🏻VA Rating for Radiculopathy Timestamps & Links👇🏻 ⏩ 12:39 How to get ...

Mar 25, 202048 minEp. 47

#46: IBS VA Rating SECRETS - How to Get a 30% VA Disability Rating for IBS!

✔️Wondering how to get a VA Disability Rating for IBS? In this video, Brian Reese breaks down the IBS VA Rating SECRETS step-by-step. Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and have licensed medical professionals get started on your VA Disability Claim for FREE: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com Veterans, in this video "IBS VA Rating SECRETS - How to Get a 30% VA Disability Rating for IBS!...

Mar 18, 202036 minEp. 46

#45: How to Get a 60% GERD VA Rating (*NEW* TIPS!)

✔️Wondering how to get a GERD VA Rating? In this video, Brian Reese breaks down the VA disability rating for GERD criteria step-by-step. Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com 👇🏻VA Disability Rating for GERD - Timestamps & Links👇🏻 ⏩ 0:21 DISCLAIMER ⏩ 2:44 GERD VA Rating Percentages ⏩ 3:05 VA Rating for GERD and Hiatal Hernia ⏩ 7:20 VA Disability Rating f...

Mar 10, 202044 minEp. 45

#44: Top 10 Most Common and Easiest VA Disability Claims to Win!

✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and have licensed independent medical professionals start on your VA Disability Claim for FREE: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com Veterans, here are the "Top 10 Most Common and Easiest VA Disability Claims to Win!" If you're wondering about the VA Disability Claims List or the Top 10 VA Disability Claims, this video is for you! 👇🏻Timestamps & Links👇🏻 ⏩ 1:13 #1 Easiest VA Disabil...

Mar 04, 202049 minEp. 44

#43: Top 20 VA Benefits for Disabled Veterans *Explained* (NEW!)

In this video, veterans will learn how to uncover (nearly) hidden VA benefits, and more specifically, disabled veteran benefits. In my experience, many veterans are eligible for a host of VA benefits, and they don’t even know it! That's why I'm revealing and explaining the Top 20 VA Benefits for Disabled Veterans! With that, here’s what I’m going to cover in this video: VA Benefits 2020 Timestamps: 1:58 VA Disability Benefits Eligibility Requirements 16:15 VA Disability Compensation Pay 16:47 VA...

Feb 25, 202059 minEp. 43

#42: Sleep Apnea Secondary Conditions SECRETS [NEW TIPS!]

✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain a VA DBQ and Medical Nexus Letters: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com In this video, Veterans will learn about "Sleep Apnea Secondary Conditions SECRETS!" 👇🏻Timestamps & Links👇🏻 ⏩ 00:40 Va Claims Insider Disclaimer ⏩ 5:07 Differences between Obstructive, Central and Mixed Sleep Apnea ⏩ 6:03 Here is why Sleep Apnea Claims get DENIE...

Feb 17, 20201 hr

#41: Top 3 Reasons WHY VA Claims Get DENIED (*LIVE* with Brian Reese VA)

✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain a VA DBQ and Medical Nexus Letters: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com In this video, Brian Reese VA shares the "Top 3 Reasons WHY VA Claims Get DENIED" a service-connected disability and how you can fight back if you get a "VA Claim Denied" from the VA. Top 3 Reasons WHY VA Claim Denied Timestamps: 7:05 VA Claims Insider DISCLAIMER 11:35 ...

Feb 08, 20201 hr 9 minEp. 41

#40: VA Claim for Chronic Pain Syndrome - LIVE with VA Claims Insider

✔️Join VA Claims Insider Elite, get instant access to the ELITE Experience Portal (EEP) and $13,119 worth of proprietary VA claim resources TODAY, and obtain a VA DBQ and Medical Nexus Letters: http://www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com In this video, Veterans will learn about Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD), also known as Chronic Pain Syndrome, and how to file for VA Disability Compensation! VA Claim for Chronic Pain Syndrome Timestamp: 3:50 Who is VA Claims Insider? 10:46 Disclaimer 15:55 Is Pain a ra...

Jan 31, 20201 hr 10 minEp. 40
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