In this podcast, we'll be discussing VA Disability for limited range of motion and loss of use claims. These claims can be tricky to navigate, but they are crucial to ensuring you receive the benefits you deserve. Our two expert coaches are excited to share with you their top tips for maximizing your VA Disability for limited range of motion and loss of use claims. We'll cover everything from understanding the VA's rating criteria to gathering the necessary evidence and documentation. Whether yo...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In this Podcast, we bring you two VA claim experts who delve into the common issues faced by veterans, including arthritis, back pain, cervical strain and more, and offer insights on how to navigate the VA claims process for these conditions. With their combined years of experience and expertise in VA Musculoskeletal Ratings, they will provide you with valuable tips on how to increase the chances of a successful claim. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn everything you need to know about ...
Feb 10, 2023•59 min
In this Podcast, we discuss the process of VA claim denials and the 3 types of appeals available to veterans. These include Higher Level Review (HLR), Supplemental Claim, and Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA). We explain the differences between each appeal and the steps involved in filing them to get your VA claim denial overturned. Whether you're a veteran or a family member of one, this video will help you navigate the VA claims process and give you the information you need to appeal a denied cl...
Jan 20, 2023•58 min
Do you ever have trouble sleeping, dulled responses, heightened reactions, depressed mood, or anxiety? If so, you may have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It's important to know that PTSD can occur even if you didn't serve in combat. In addition to combat PTSD, the VA recognizes two other types of PTSD: non-combat and military sexual trauma (MST). In this video, we teach you about these three types of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and how you can get the rating you’re due. Are you...
Jan 13, 2023•1 hr
Veterans commonly get Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) during their time in service, and TBIs often cause or make other mental health conditions worse. But because TBIs and mental health conditions have overlapping symptoms, many veterans struggle to get rated for both their TBI and their mental health condition separately. Are you a veteran who has suffered a TBI? If so, you may be eligible for VA disability benefits for Traumatic Brain Injury to help cover the costs of your medical treatment an...
Jan 06, 2023•50 min
As you may already know, the PACT Act is a game-changer for more than 5 million veterans. One of the HUGE things about the PACT act: it expands the list of presumptive conditions. So if you were exposed to toxins and have one of these conditions, there’s no need for you to prove a nexus. In simple terms, it means you can get the compensation and healthcare you need without the notorious VA wait times! https://vaclaimsinsider.com/pact-act/ Are you Stuck, Frustrated, and Underrated? If you need so...
Dec 09, 2022•56 min
If you have experience with VA disability claims, you've probably heard the term "nexus." But the disability claims process is notoriously confusing, and you may wonder: "what exactly is a nexus?" "Nexus" is a fancy word for a connection that links your current disability to your military service. Not having a solid nexus is the #1 reason why claims are denied. Join us today at 11 a.m. CT on the VA Claims Insider Facebook page; we'll teach you what you need to build a bulletproof nexus and win y...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Vets are frequently diagnosed with PTSD. It’s actually one of the most claimed VA disabilities. But if you have PTSD, it doesn’t just affect you. Your PTSD could also be affecting your family. Our coaches—two military spouses and a former psychologist—will share how their loved one's PTSD has affected them. They'll also be dishing out tons of helpful tips they've learned to help their loved ones cope with PTSD. _______________________________________________________________________ Are you Stuck...
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 2 min
If you’ve filed a claim with the VA before, you probably know what a primary claim is. But do you know what a secondary claim is? And more importantly, are you using secondary claims to your advantage? They tend to be overlooked but utilizing this type of claim can benefit you—BIG TIME. For example, if your service-connected tinnitus causes headaches, you can be rated for your headaches! Tune in tomorrow at 11 a.m. CT, we’ll teach you the difference between primary and secondary claims, the must...
Nov 11, 2022•58 min
If you’ve filed a claim with the VA before, you probably know what a primary claim is. But do you know what a secondary claim is? And more importantly, are you using secondary claims to your advantage? They tend to be overlooked but utilizing this type of claim can benefit you—BIG TIME. For example, if your service-connected tinnitus causes headaches, you can be rated for your headaches! Tune in tomorrow at 11 a.m. CT, we’ll teach you the difference between primary and secondary claims, the must...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Filing a claim for any disability with the VA can be complex, but VA ratings for mental health are oftentimes even more confusing. We’re breaking down mental health ratings, explaining exactly how they work, and giving you our BEST tips. Hear these can’t-miss tips and learn how to use them to get the compensation you’re due! Are you Stuck, Frustrated, and Underrated? If you need some help with your VA disability claim, join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY and get started on your VA disability clai...
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr
You gather your medical records, file your claim, go to your C&P exam for a condition that’s OBVIOUSLY service-connected, then wait for a decision for what feels like forever—only for your claim to be denied. Sound familiar? Do you know what to do NEXT if your claim is denied? That’s why we’ve going LIVE! We'll teach you the THREE different ways to appeal your claim denial, and we'll cover everything you need to know about your trio of options! Are you Stuck, Frustrated, and Underrated? If y...
Oct 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min
If you’re not already part of our ELITE program, you should be! So far, we’ve helped over 20,000 veterans with our process, and our success rate is unrivaled. There’s a reason we have over 1,000 five star reviews! Here are just a few of the benefits of joining our program: ⭐ You’ll have an expert Veteran Coach to lead you through the complicated and frustrating VA disability claims process. They’ll create a personalized strategy and game plan just for you! ⭐ You’ll be welcomed into a fantastic f...
Oct 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Maybe you filed a claim, and they ignored your medical evidence. Perhaps you should have been evaluated in a C&P, but they never scheduled one. Maybe they unlawfully denied your claim altogether. It’s actually quite common, but if a mistake was made on your claim, there are ways to fix it! Are you Stuck, Frustrated, and Underrated? If you need some help with your VA disability claim, join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY and get started on your VA disability claim for FREE: https://vaclaimsinsi...
Oct 07, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Are your rated disabilities preventing you from enjoying daily activities like you used to? Are you trying to increase your VA disability rating? If so, we have some good news for you! You may qualify for a VA lifestyle impact claim! We’re going LIVE to explain VA disability rating for lifestyle impact claim—they’re one of the best ways to get you the compensation you DESERVE. A VA lifestyle impact claim might even be the key to getting your secondary mental health claim approved—tune in to find...
Sep 30, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Getting service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome shouldn’t be as exhausting as your condition. Your insomnia and brain fog can make it hard to want to fight–but we’ve got your back! We know what it takes to INCREASE your VA rating for chronic fatigue syndrome. For example, your C&P exam for chronic fatigue syndrome is one of the most important factors when trying to increase your chronic fatigue syndrome VA rating. Clearly articulating your symptoms and how they affect your daily life...
Sep 23, 2022•58 min
Military Sexual Trauma (MST) is sexual harassment or sexual assault experienced by a military service member during their service. MST can happen to anyone. 1 in 3 female veterans and 1 in 50 male veterans report having experienced MST during their time in service. However, the actual statistics are assumed to be much higher, as MST victims often don't report their trauma. MST can be devastating, even often disabling. It can also impact survivors long-term, causing lasting physical and mental he...
Sep 16, 2022•1 hr
Presumptive conditions are conditions the VA presumes were caused by your time in service. If you file a claim for a presumptive condition, you don't have to prove service connection! That's excellent news for veterans struggling to get the care and compensation they need from the VA. Presumptive claims allow access to the healthcare you need and compensation you deserve—WITHOUT delays! And the best news yet? The PACT Act 2020 is ready to add MORE CONDITIONS to the VA's list of presumptives! Tun...
Sep 09, 2022•1 hr
Is your service-connected tinnitus causing headaches? Or maybe your knees are bad from ruck marches and are causing hip problems. You can claim that! Secondary VA claims are one of our most successful methods of getting you the benefits and tax-free compensation you deserve. A VA secondary claim is a type of claim can make a BIG difference in your VA rating if your rated disabilities are causing other disabilities or conditions. So if your service-connected disability is causing or worsening ano...
Sep 02, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 111
Insiders, when it comes to your VA disability rating the main thing most veterans want to know is how much money they'll get. Your VA disability rating plays a big factor in that and making sure you're properly rated is the main thing. Here at VA Claims Insider we believe, You Served You Deserve. Join Veteran Coaches J-Reid and Justin Chen as they go through and explain exactly how the VA disability rating scale works and how much compensation comes with it! Are you finally ready to get the VA d...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 110
Insiders, PTSD and somatic symptom disorders are both classified as mental health ratings under 38 CFR Part 4. Did you know you could technically carry a rating for both? PTSD is the most commonly know and referenced mental health condition but somatic symptom disorder also known as a lifestyle impact claim is now another way veteran can seek service connection. Join Veteran Coaches Dr. Adam Castro and Horace Thompson as they dive into the similarities and differences of PTSD and Somatic Symptom...
Nov 22, 2021•52 min•Ep. 109
Insiders, when it comes to your VA Disability Claim, the most important day is your C&P exam. The VA C&P exam is where the VA will have an examiner check for the severity of symptoms and make a recommendation to the rater on whether or not your claim is at least likely than not related to your service. Join Veteran Coaches Elizabeth Hash and Hosea Lanier as they go through the do's and don'ts of VA Disability C&P exams. This is invaluable information you won't get anywhere else! Are ...
Oct 28, 2021•11 min•Ep. 108
Insiders, getting your VA disability rating is an accomplishment on its own but did you know each state has their own VA benefits outside from the federally provided ones? VA educational benefits, VA disability property tax exemption and VA home loans to name a few. Join Veteran Coaches Eddie Chavarria and Travis Brobst as they dive into two of these veteran friendly states, Florida & Texas. Are you finally ready to get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve? If you need some ...
Oct 13, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 107
Disability Benefits Questionnaires or VA DBQ Forms, are very important for your VA disability claim. You can get one from a private doctor or wait for the C&P examiner to complete one electronically during your VA Claim Exam, also known as the C&P Exam. If you need some help with your VA disability claim, join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY and get started on your VA disability claim for FREE: https://vaclaimsinsider.com/elite-mem... ***Video Timestamps*** ⏩ 00:00 VA Claims Insider Introd...
Oct 05, 2021•43 min•Ep. 106
There is a lot of mis-information out there when it comes to VA disability. Here at VA Claims Insider we want to BUST those Myths. Join Senior Veteran Coach Stacey Allen and Veteran Coach Dale Mattingly as they dive deep into VA Disability Myth - BUSTED! Are you finally ready to get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve? If you need some help with your VA disability claim, join VA Claims Insider Elite TODAY and get started on your VA disability claim for FREE: https://vaclaimsins...
Sep 15, 2021•33 min•Ep. 105
In today's video, I'm going to reveal and explain the three (3) *NEW* Burn Pit Exposure Presumptive Conditions (Asthma, Sinusitis, Rhinitis or Rhinosinusitis) that were just announced this week by the VA. I'll also discuss the Burn Pit VA Disability Rating for 2021-2022. Effective August 5, 2021, Veterans who served in the Southwest Asia Theater of Operations and are Gulf War Veterans, or served in other regions and developed Asthma, Sinusitis, Rhinitis (or Rhinosinusitis, which is inflammation ...
Aug 20, 2021•32 min•Ep. 104
In today's video, I'm going to reveal and explain the *NEW* 2022 VA Disability Pay Chart, to include the MASSIVE 2022 COLA increase projection of 6.1% for 2022. I’ll also share 5 SECRET VA Disability Claim Tips to get you the VA disability benefits you’ve earned for your service to our country. Finally, you’ll learn how to increase your VA disability pay with the “SEM Method,” Strategy + Education + Medical Evidence = VA Disability Rating You Deserve. Will Disability Veterans Get a VA Pay Increa...
Aug 13, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 103
A VA Claim for PTSD versus a VA Lifestyle Impact Claim are both considered a mental health claims. But it's important to choose and file the right VA claim, depending upon your PTSD stressor events vs. Chronic Pain Syndrome with Depression and Anxiety. VA benefits for PTSD or SSD are life changing and it's imperative that you know the differences and similarities to know which one is right for you! Since the VA doesn't allow pyramiding, even though you could file a claim for both, only the highe...
Aug 10, 2021•52 min•Ep. 102
Veterans, a VA intent to file starts your VA claim process. It informs the VA that you will be submitting a new claim. An intent to file also starts the clock for your backpay if/when your claim is awarded a favorable decision. Join Veteran Coaches Sean Jordan and Natalie Jones as they discuss what an intent to file is, how to open one and why you should be opening one every year! Are you finally ready to get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve? If you need some help with your ...
Jul 30, 2021•41 min•Ep. 101
Getting VA benefits for PTSD is always a confusing topic for many veterans. Most veterans don't even know how to properly file and win a VA PTSD claim with all the right evidence needed to prove service connection, to include PTSD stressor verification. In this video, you'll learn the exact evidence requirements needed to get your PTSD service connected and rated at the appropriate level by law. Wondering how to get VA disability for PTSD? If you need some help with your VA claim, join the #1 ra...
Jul 28, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 100
