How to Apply for Veterans Disability Benefits and Veterans Compensation

Veterans separate every day from the military with a broad spectrum of aches and pains. Some of these aches and pains may see insignificant and not worthy of reporting, but the Veterans Administration does its best to take care of all the Vets who have served for America. Nothing is insignificant and you could earn some valuable veterans benefits that you wouldn't get if you don't apply.

If you've yet to officially separate from the military, be sure and go see a corpman/medic/doctor if you have any lingering aches and pains so they can be included in your medical record. This makes it much easier for the VA to find and verify when it comes time to award you veterans benefits and veterans healthcare. Even if you think it's nothing, make sure it gets documented. You never know how your body will respond ten or twenty years down the road. Something minor now could linger and get worse as you age. The VA can back date to provide you with medical help and/or compensation if the condition was documented during your enlistment.

I've provided a link at the bottom of this article so you can file all paperwork online, but if you are confused or need help, don't be afraid to ask for help. If you live by a VA office they will be more than happy to help you fill out any and all paperwork, but if that isn't an option you can call the VA Help Center. That phone number is (800)-827-1000

The wait times are not very long at all and they are very helpful in answering questions you may have.

After your benefits claim has been received, you will be scheduled for a Compensation Physical. Generally this is done by a civilian doctor who is contracted through the VA. This the time when you want to inform the doctor of any aches and pains you might have. The doctor will document everything you wish to share and it will go into your file. Sometimes you may have to do a follow-up exam with a specialty doctor if you have a specific concern. Don't worry about any follow-up exam you get told to go to. The VA is not questioning whether you are right or wrong, they just want to ensure that the best test(s) get done so you get the best care and compensation.

Keep a copy of all paperwork you receive during your claim process. The process takes usually 6-9 months, but be sure to check in every few weeks for an update on your claim. Many times if they have questions regarding your claim you will get mailed paperwork to fill out, but the more you check in, the quicker you can answer any questions.

If your Veterans Disability Compensation claim comes back and you are not completely satisfied with the outcome, do not give up home. There is an appeal process which I myself have used and helped many others use and have had wonderful success with. Please refer to my Veterans Disability Compensation Appeal letter if this becomes you.

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